Eaton’s Industrial Controls Division (ICD) is currently seeking Lead Firmware Engineer to join our team. This position is based at our Menomonee Falls, WI facility. Position Overview: This position will reside in the divisional headquarters building, which houses engineering for multiple product lines as well as marketing, sales, finance, and research. The facility was built in 2012 and boasts an open office layout surrounded by large windows, as well as 50,000+ square feet of onsite state-of-the-art laboratory space, a basketball court, ping-pong, employee lounge, fitness center and grill & patio. Additionally, Eaton encourages employee development and health through tuition and fitness club reimbursement. With eight Eaton facilities, four divisions, and more than 1600 employees located in Southeastern Wisconsin, Eaton’s local footprint enables our employees with diverse and capable laboratories, access to manufacturing, and ample opportunities for development and career growth within the region. The qualified candidate will lead technical requirement management, firmware development and test verification and validation of embedded firmware and software for ICD’s next generation of industry leading products and IoT applications. Primary products are related to advanced motor protection, communications, reduced voltage starting and variable frequency drives for industrial applications; leveraging embedded micro-controllers and digital signal processors in a real time operating system environment. The candidate will work within a firmware center of excellence together with other team members driving new product and process development while leveraging modern toolchains. The candidate must possess a mind-set focused on quality, efficiency and innovation combined with application knowledge, test experience and leadership capabilities in alignment with Eaton values and competencies. In this function you will: Lead technical requirement definition (derived form product marketing specifications), review, traceability and clarification for swift development execution accross engineering team. Develop Eaton (PROLaunch) NPI detailed functional design requirements identification. Review functional requirements implementation and approve/disapprove based on detailed design requirements. Approve “work packages” related to project requirements based on aforementioned requirements. Support new product design teams through test development, test execution, data analysis, and competitor benchmarking. Support identification of project timing, resources and schedule based on requirements definition. Support the development and maintenance of automated test frameworks, test systems. Support defect lifecycle management and product design root cause analysis. Support process improvement initiatives globally and functional excellence. Support strategy for improving product test management, processes and execution for new product development and existing product portfolio. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited institution Minimum of 5 years of experience and practical experience in all software development lifecycle phases Minimum of 3 years of experience working with C/C++ or Python Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future. No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge/training related to the fundamentals of micro-processors/controllers Experience and knowledge of embedded real time multi-tasking operating systems Experience defining product features and technical requirements and requirement management process Position Criteria: Knowledge of advanced engineering practices, processes and related tools. This includes (but is not limited to) anomaly tracking, version control, test driven development, simulation, experience with DevOps, automated testing and continuous integration. Knowledge and experience related to industrial applications such as motor protection, motor control, industrial communications protocols, and power systems is preferred. Experience interfacing with PLCs and other smart industrial devices Experience with industrial communication protocols including ProfNet, Ether Cat, Ethernet IP and Modbus TCP and other industrial standards Knowledge in security and Cybersecurity testing methodologies What you’ll get from us: We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico) Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and doing what’s best for our stakeholders and all of society. Founded in 1911, Eaton has been listed on the NYSE for nearly a century. We reported revenues of $19.6 billion in 2021 and serve customers in more than 170 countries. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. Eaton is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and non-discriminatory at all levels, reflecting the diversity of our customers and the varied environments in which we conduct business around the world. Our success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best people unlimited by race, color, social or economic status, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any protected status. Eaton follows relevant non-discrimination laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. It is the policy of the Company to make all decisions regarding employment, including hiring, compensation, training, promotions, transfers, or lay-offs, based on the principle of equal employment opportunity as defined above. Job: Engineering Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: EPG CPD ICD Industrial Controls Division Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Hybrid Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time