Embedded Systems Platform Engineer

Join us in building the next generation of intelligent tools. As an Embedded Systems Platform Engineer based in Elyria, OH, you’ll collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Software teams to turn bold concepts into reliable products that delight customers and fuel our growth. You’ll drive the design of embedded systems, for applications such as BLDC motor control and BLE. Your impact will be immediate and lasting!

Emerson’s global Professional Tools business is an equal opportunity employer, offering the broadest portfolio of reliable tools and technologies for those working in mechanical, electrical, utility, and plumbing trades! With unparalleled expertise from RIDGID, Greenlee, HDE, and Klauke, we deliver tools our customers trust to handle their toughest challenges.

• Define the strategy for AI‑augmented firmware architectures, ensuring that system designs are optimized for both traditional real‑time performance and emerging Edge AI capabilities.
• Architect automated orchestration frameworks (e.g., using Lang Graph or similar) to streamline the translation of system requirements into verifiable architectural models.
• Design and develop firmware for professional tools with embedded electronics, including BLDC‑motor control and BLE connectivity.
• Lead system design, including architecture design and system requirements development.
• Conduct concept feasibility assessments and technical risk evaluations for new products.
• Provide technical leadership to uphold software quality standards by defining best practices, driving process improvements, and guiding a global development team toward consistent delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers, including hands‑on problem solving, and debugging.
• Provide timely communications on significant issues, risks or developments.
• Support field investigations, manufacturing, and supply chain issue resolution throughout the product lifecycle.

You readily take action on challenges, without unnecessary planning. You work cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives. You break down objectives into appropriate initiatives and actions. You follow through on commitments. You understand internal and external stakeholder requirements, expectations, and needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience with firmware development
• Legal authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided

• Expertise in designing modular firmware architectures that facilitate the integration of AI‑driven unit testing and automated system‑level verification.
• Familiarity with leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) to automate the generation of architectural documentation and interface control documents.
• Knowledge of embedded systems design (drivers, RTOS, ISRs, etc.) and related languages including C/C++ and Python.
• Experience with agile development methods and dev ops including source control, integrated unit testing, and builds.
• Knowledge of functional safety compliance standards.
• Experience leading projects, breaking down and estimating work, and supporting team members.

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.