Firmware Test Engineer I

Badger Meter•Milwaukee, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Firmware Test Engineer I performs maintenance on existing firmware products under direct supervision. Assists in coding, testing, and debugging new firmware or making enhancements to existing firmware/software for internal and external customers. Writes programs according to engineering specifications to test firmware product features quickly and effectively. Makes suggestions for problem solutions or enhancements to the code. Works with technical staff to learn and understand problems with the firmware products.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
No prior experience required
Python and C, programming experience.
Experience developing, maintaining, and enhancing automated test applications written in Python.
Familiarity with embedded systems and firmware development concepts.
Understanding of serial communication protocols such as UART, SPI, and I2C
Familiar with Visual Studio Code or similar IDE
Experience with source control systems (GIT preferred)
Familiarity in test and measurement equipment such as Oscilloscope, Power Analyzer, etc.
Ability to manage automated testing and support new test procedures
Ability to apply engineering fundamentals to test scenarios and troubleshooting

Responsibilities

Develop and execute firmware verification and validation test plans based on design specifications
Develop and maintain test procedures, test reports, and engineering documentation.
Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks, scripts, and tools to improve firmware test coverage and efficiency.
Design, develop, and maintain hardware and software test fixtures used for firmware validation and production support.
Perform manual and automated testing of embedded systems throughout the product development lifecycle.
Detect, document, reproduce, and track firmware and system level defects.
Collaborate with other Engineers, Managers, QA, and Operations to ensure that the firmware solutions meet our reliability and performance goals.
Assist in root cause investigations of product, field, and customer-reported issues.
Provides status and updates, for the designated portion of the project, to the supervisor or project manager.
Participate in requirements reviews, design reviews, and risk assessments to improve product testability and quality.
Travel to customer sites for product beta testing and investigation of customer issues as needed.
Performing other functions as directed by the Firmware Project Engineer, or Engineering Manager.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Annual Bonus
Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
15 days Paid Time Off
11 Paid Holidays
Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis.
Additional access to a certified financial planner
Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability
Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options