Embedded Systems Engineer

About the role

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.

Key responsibilities

• 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
• Cook up 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

Minimum qualifications

• 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
• 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
• Working knowledge of industrial and embedded communication protocols such as CANOpen, Modbus, EtherCAT, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP
• 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%

Company overview

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.

Compensation and benefits

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
• Retail 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

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws in every location where we operate.