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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Firmware Test Engineering Manager - **Company:** Milwaukee Tool - **Location:** Brookfield, WI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Datasheets, DevOps, Digital Electronics, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, Requirements Management, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Strategies of Testing, Scripting, Information Technology - **Published:** September 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3383271161&tx=JP3731FFP&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. * 7+ years of experience with verification/validation testing, hardware in the loop (HIL) testing, embedded systems and/or PCBA design. * Ability to read schematics and component data sheets, along with a proficient understanding of digital circuits to understand the interaction between firmware and electronics. * Proficient in using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, e-loads, data acquisition systems, multimeters, power analyzers, etc. * Experience with National Instrument hardware, Test Stand, and/or LabView for automated testing (Development or Execution). * Experience using a scripting language (Python, C#, or C/C++ etc.) to create automated tests. * Practical experience leading through all aspects of the software development lifecycle. * 3+ years of leadership or project management experience with demonstrated ability to partner across discipline and organizational boundaries to develop and execute project plans. * Proficient using tools required for software configuration management, requirements management, defect tracking, and peer review. * Practical experience with DevOps, automated testing, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD). * Good understanding of various testing methodologies. * Excellent problem-solving skills, exercises independent judgement, and works well under pressure in a dynamic environment. * Self-motivated, organized, efficient, and process oriented. * Strong communication skills (verbal and written). * Ability to travel up to 10% (Domestic and International). Other TOOLS we prefer you to have: * Exposure to bare-metal firmware design. ## Description The Firmware Test Engineering Manager will be a technical lead in the development and execution of test strategies for new firmware architectures, applications, components, and libraries to ensure on-time delivery and requirements are met. You will also lead a medium size team of engineers to support the testing of embedded systems. You will interface with electronic hardware design and other cross-functional teams to understand system design requirements and translate them into testable requirements., * Lead the design, development, execution, and troubleshooting efforts for test procedures related to firmware features, applications, and subsystems of mid to high level complexity. * Lead the design, review, and refinement of engineering requirements for test needs. * Lead peer-review of test designs and automation. * Develop test plans and drive consensus to enable the delivery of firmware that meets all requirements by testing. * Lead agile project teams through the new product development process. * Drive continuous improvement efforts of test development. * Champion experiments using simulations and other methods to draw concise, logical conclusions by analyzing data. * Use agile methods to break down tasks, assign work, provide estimates, drive critical milestones, and track progress to ensure adherence to schedule and Milwaukee Tool's processes. * Lead technical meetings, develop, and give formal technical presentations, and lead a small technical team. * Quickly, effectively, and candidly frame-up and escalate business risks/opportunities to senior leadership. * Effectively communicate and motivate up, down and across the organization to a diverse range of technical and non-technical team members. * Drive urgency in project schedules and accountability for establishing and achieving key project metrics that meet the organization's needs. ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [What craftsmanship is all about](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2006-what-craftsmanship-is-all-about) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges)