What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firmware Engineering Manager position at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories and Careers?
As a Firmware Engineering Manager, you will lead a team focused on developing and supporting embedded firmware solutions that power innovative products. You’ll combine technical expertise with leadership skills to ensure projects meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
As a Firmware Engineering Manager, a typical day might include the following:
- Leading firmware development efforts, ensuring high-quality design and implementation across projects
- Assisting with portfolio planning and contributing to long-term technology strategy for embedded systems
- Managing activities to attract, hire, supervise, and develop firmware engineers to achieve team and organizational goals
- Representing the team at external meetings and presenting technical updates at large internal forums
- Modeling and teaching company values and principles to promote world-class engineering practices
This job might be for you if:
- You have a B.S. in an engineering field or equivalent experience, with at least 8 years in firmware engineering or management
- You bring strong technical knowledge in embedded systems, microcontrollers, and firmware development processes
- You enjoy mentoring engineers and leading projects while solving complex technical challenges creatively
- You have excellent communication skills—writing, documentation, and speaking—and thrive in a collaborative team environment
- You’re adaptable, eager to learn new technologies, and ready to take on new responsibilities
Location
This position is located in Pullman, WA or Boise, ID.
Pullman, WA- Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.
Boise, ID- This position is located in Boise, ID, capital of the gem state, and on the Boise River in the southwestern part of the state. You will enjoy local restaurants in a vibrant downtown full of small businesses, easy access to mountain foothills and 190 miles of trails. The city is also home to great schools and universities including Boise State University. Boise has been ranked as one of America's fastest growing cities, making it a great place to live and work.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
Pay Range Data
$136,100 - $201,100. Our pay ranges are determined by job and responsibility. We base our starting pay offer job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
Communication with Applicants
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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
Salary : $136,100 - $201,100