Embedded Systems Engineer

The Embedded Systems Engineer will serve as the in-house technical owner for an outsourced embedded and electrical engineering strategy, responsible for defining requirements, selecting and managing external engineering partners, and ensuring delivery of production-ready firmware, electronics, controls, and connected-tool platforms for Magswitch electromechanical and robotic products., * Own the technical execution of an in-house managed, outsourced-delivered embedded systems development strategy

• Define product requirements, architecture, interfaces, validation criteria, and deliverables for external engineering partners
• Identify, qualify, and interface outsource suppliers, with particular focus on firms in Pune and Chennai, India
• Lead technical reviews of firmware, PCB design, motor control systems, sensor integration, and system controls
• Oversee development of on-tool sensing, embedded firmware, industrial communications, and connected IoT-enabled product features
• Interface and manage supplier output for board bring-up, driver development, debugging, prototyping, and production readiness
• Coordinate with internal engineering, manufacturing, sales, and operations teams to align outsourced work with product and customer requirements
• Support troubleshooting of field issues and ensure external partners provide timely technical resolution
• Maintain project schedules, budgets, documentation quality, and risk visibility across internal and outsourced workstreams
• Ensure that delivered designs meet relevant regulations, standards, manufacturability expectations, and Magswitch quality requirements

Do you have experience in Troubleshooting electrical systems?, * Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, or a related field

• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in embedded systems, electronics, controls, or outsourced product development
• Demonstrated ability to manage external engineering partners, contractors, or offshore design teams
• Strong knowledge of embedded firmware development in C/C++ and board-level driver development
• Experience with MCU peripherals including SPI, I2C, ADCs, GPIO, timers, interrupts, and DMA
• Hands-on experience with debugging using scopes, logic analyzers, serial tools, and structured test methods
• Working knowledge of PCB design, schematic review, component selection, and prototype validation
• Experience with motors, actuators, sensor integration, and electrically actuated tool or automation systems
• Knowledge of industrial and embedded communication protocols such as CANOpen, Modbus, EtherCAT, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP
• Ability to define requirements, review technical deliverables, and hold suppliers accountable for quality, schedule, and documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across global teams
• Ability to create internal and customer-facing technical documentation
• Ability to identify and understand relevant regulations and standards to ensure the product line meets required compliance expectations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and drive continuous learning across the team
• International and domestic travel up to 20%

Nice to haves

• Experience creating or reviewing electrical circuits, PCBs, and control schematics
• Experience managing outsourced development of complete connected products, from concept through prototype and production support
• Knowledge of industrial robots, PLCs, and robotic end-of-arm or electrically actuated tooling
• Experience with motor drivers, stepper motors, servo systems, or closed-loop actuator control
• Experience with IoT platforms, edge devices, telemetry, remote diagnostics, or connected industrial products
• Experience working with overseas suppliers in India or other offshore engineering locations
• Familiarity with production transfer, DFM/DFT practices, compliance documentation, and supplier qualification processes

Pulled from the full job description

• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account, We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. Our comprehensive benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Paid leave programs
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic and Voluntary Life insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Magswitch is a global leader in magnetic lifting solutions. We design and manufacture advanced magnet technologies that help industrial and automation customers improve material-handling safety and efficiency. Our products are widely used in automotive assembly and other automation heavy industries with manufacturing operations worldwide.