Firmware Developer

Firmware Developer

Pay Range: $75,000 - $110,000/Year

Nova-Tech Engineering, founded in 1992, is a growing company that engineers and manufactures process automation technology to serve over 500 commercial poultry hatcheries in more than 65 countries worldwide. The company’s operations are housed at the Minn West Technology Campus in Willmar, MN.

• Design, develop, test, and document embedded firmware for new and existing products.
• Program and debug embedded systems (C preferred), including drivers, device communication, and system architecture.
• Analyze and troubleshoot issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement effective solutions.
• Create and execute test protocols; analyze data to support design decisions and product performance.
• Support projects from concept through implementation, testing, and customer deployment.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to solve complex problems and communicate project updates.
• Utilize CAD tools (Altium, Solid Works Electrical preferred) and apply hardware/firmware design principles.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer, Electrical, or related engineering field.
• 5+ years of required experience.
• Strong embedded programming skills (C preferred) and experience with communication protocols (CAN, I2C, SPI, Serial).
• Proficiency with development tools (Eclipse, Git, VS Code, J‑Link) and CAD tools (Altium, Solid Works Electrical preferred).
• Ability to read technical documentation and apply scientific/mathematical concepts to analyze data.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Professional, ethical mindset with sound judgment and accountability.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% (domestic/international) with a valid driver’s license and passport.

Willmar, MN – the Minn West Technology Campus, a privately owned technology park spanning 110 acres.

Competitive wages and benefits are provided starting day one.