Job Description

If you are a Software Engineer professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an opening for you! We're adding a Senior Embedded Software Test Engineer to join our team in Marshalltown, IA. You'll be responsible for new product design, development, and introduction into production. Located at the Emerson Innovation Center, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team passionate about adding to existing market leading products and technologies.

Focused specifically on the Fisher branded line of products, this position is part of Emerson, a leader in optimizing process operations around the world known for our team of experts and proven performance and reliability of products. Join our team to learn and grow your knowledge in an exciting development environment. 

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Define and develop test automation to improve efficiency and test coverage
• Write manual and automated test procedures for features of low power, high reliability industrial process control devices
• Champion other members of the test team to deliver quality work products
• Collaborate with other teams (Firmware, Electrical, Mechanical, etc) to facilitate a cohesive group environment
• Create and maintain a backlog of all work items within an Agile Environment
• Log, track and investigate defects to determine root cause
• Monitor, debug and enhance automated test infrastructure

Who You Are:

You identify and seize new opportunities. You create a plan and outline for various audiences. You take personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures. You break down objectives into appropriate smaller spikes, experiments, prototypes and multi-functional pieces of implementation. 

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar experience
• 7+ years Embedded Development and/or Embedded Test Development
• Expertise in C# and a working knowledge of C/C++
• Knowledge of software test methodologies and automation principles: Regression test, functional test, unit test, black box test, white box test, etc.
• Basic understanding of electrical schematics and circuit analysis
• Ability to understand basic mechanical, pneumatic and electronic systems
• Ability to optimally work in a team environment
• Strong analytical problem solving and decision-making skills
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. No sponsorship will be provided. 

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Knowledge of control systems and/or process control environments 
• Experience with distributed version control (Mercurial, Git, or similar)
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration (CI) tools (TeamCity, Jenkins, or similar)
• Experience with ARM embedded processor platforms
• Knowledge of test equipment (National Instruments or similar) including data acquisition, analog and digital output cards, relays, power supplies, etc.
• Experience with industrial protocols: HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Industrial Ethernet, Modbus, etc.
• Agile Methodologies

Our Location: 

Marshalltown, IA, combines the charm of a close-knit community with the conveniences of a thriving city. Located in central Iowa, less than an hour from both Des Moines and Ames, Marshalltown offers easy access to urban amenities while providing a variety of local outdoor recreation activities like hiking, biking, golf, swimming, and exploring local parks. With its affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and vibrant diverse local culture, Marshalltown is a welcoming place to call home!

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. We prioritize providing 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, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.​

Learn more about our Culture & Values. ​

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