Embedded Software Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026. Emerson scores A on the Alion truth index.
At Emerson, we help the world run safer and smarter. As a global leader in automation, our Analytical Instruments organization develops advanced technologies and solutions that safeguard industries and keep critical systems running.
Join our Liquid Analysis team in Shakopee, MN, as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer - where you'll work on both new product development and sustaining engineering for process analytical equipment that protects water quality, supports life sciences, strengthens industrial safety, and serves industries worldwide.
If solving complex engineering problems with software excites you, this is an opportunity to build real embedded products, work closely with software, hardware, systems, and test engineers, and see your work come together in the complete product - become part of a team that’s growing, learning, and focused on delivering results!
IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL:
- Design and develop embedded software solutions for new products and major product enhancements.
- Own significant software features and technical efforts, breaking down work and driving it through implementation, integration, and completion.
- Solve complex embedded software and hardware/software integration problems through hands-on development, debugging, and testing.
- Collaborate with global, cross-functional teams across software, test, systems, hardware, project management, and product management.
- Follow and strengthen engineering practices aligned with our SDLA and IEC 62443-4-1, including requirements, design, cybersecurity, implementation, testing, reviews, documentation, and release.
- Develop and maintain software requirements, architecture, interfaces, and traceability throughout the development lifecycle.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to other engineers and participate in meaningful technical and peer reviews.
- Maintain and improve existing products while exploring new technologies, tools, and approaches that improve our products and engineering capabilities.
WHO YOU ARE: You take on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. You deal constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes. You grow from hardships and negative experiences You partner with others to get work done. You admit mistakes and gain insight from experiences.
FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or science from an engineering school
- 5+ years of applicable experience
- Experience developing using C/C++ for real-time, multi-threaded embedded systems and microcontroller-based products
- Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future
- Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field; ABET-accredited engineering degree preferred
- Strong proficiency in C/C++, with experience in modular embedded software architecture, object-oriented design, design patterns, and UML
- Experience with embedded Ethernet and TCP/IP networking; industrial Ethernet protocols and stacks such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, and PROFINET are a plus
- Working knowledge of embedded communication interfaces and industrial protocols such as CAN, SPI, UART/SCI, I²C, HART, Modbus, and PROFIBUS
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex embedded software and system-level technical problems
- Experience with secure software development lifecycle practices; familiarity with IEC 62443-4-1 or similar product cybersecurity standards preferred
- Ability to communicate technical designs, decisions, and tradeoffs and work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Experience using AI-assisted engineering tools to improve software development, testing, debugging, or engineering productivity
Our Culture & Commitment to You:
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 and know that to do your best you must have 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, profit sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $94,000-$134,000annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.
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