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ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY
Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?
Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.
POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Firmware Engineer, you'll help develop the intelligent control systems that power Advanced Energy's industry-leading technologies. You'll design, develop, test, and enhance embedded software and firmware solutions for new and existing products, working closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver innovative, high-performance solutions for mission-critical applications.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware solutions for Advanced Energy products.
- Develop software in C for microcontroller-based systems, including bare-metal and real-time embedded environments.
- Collaborate with hardware, electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers to deliver innovative product solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues through testing, debugging, and root cause analysis.
- Contribute to the development of new products and enhancement of existing products throughout the product lifecycle.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including requirements, design specifications, test plans, and development records.
- Participate in code reviews and apply software development best practices to improve product quality, reliability, and maintainability.
- Apply engineering judgment to evaluate technical challenges, recommend solutions, and support successful project execution.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Location: Eden Prairie, MN
- Works in a noisy fast-paced power development lab and standard office environment
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrates foundational engineering knowledge and applies established engineering principles, practices, and procedures to solve routine technical problems.
- Uses professional concepts and analytical techniques to contribute to the design, development, testing, and support of embedded firmware solutions.
- Applies sound engineering judgment to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend appropriate solutions with guidance from more experienced engineers as needed.
- Learns and effectively utilizes engineering tools, development environments, laboratory equipment, and testing methodologies to support product development activities.
- Contributes to project deliverables by completing assigned work with attention to quality, accuracy, and schedule commitments.
- Collaborates effectively with firmware, hardware, electrical, mechanical, and cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
- Communicates technical information clearly through documentation, design reviews, testing results, and team discussions.
- Demonstrates initiative, curiosity, and a continuous learning mindset while expanding technical expertise and product knowledge.
- Organizes work effectively, manages multiple priorities, and adapts to changing business and project needs.
- Builds knowledge of Advanced Energy products, technologies, processes, and development practices.
EXPERIENCE:
- 0-3 years of engineering experience through professional employment, internships, co-ops, research projects, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience developing embedded software using C in a microcontroller-based environment.
- Experience with debugging, testing, and troubleshooting embedded systems.
- Familiarity with serial communication protocols such as UART, SPI, and I2C.
- Exposure to hardware/software integration, circuit analysis, and interpretation of electrical schematics.
- Knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts, scripting languages, or software development processes is preferred.
- Experience with power electronics, power conversion technologies, or control systems is a plus.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering
COMPENSATION:
As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $75,000 to $105,000 per year.
BENEFITS:
As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:
- Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
- 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both parents
- Company matched 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
- Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identity theft, and legal assistance
Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com.