Department: Engineering

Reports to: Senior Engineering Manager
Location: HQ Superior, CO

Salary Range: $100,000 - $135,000

Travel Requirement: Up to 20% domestic and international travel

POSITION SUMMARY

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
Coordinate with internal engineering, manufacturing, sales, and operations teams to align outsourced work with product and customer requirements
Support 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
Experience with MCU peripherals including SPI, I2C, ADCs, GPIO, timers, interrupts, and DMA
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
Knowledge of industrial and embedded communication protocols such as CANOpen, Modbus, EtherCAT, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP
Ability to define requirements, review technical deliverables, and hold suppliers accountable for quality, schedule, and documentation
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%

Nice to haves

Experience creating or reviewing electrical circuits, PCBs, and control schematics
Experience managing outsourced development of complete connected products, from concept through prototype and production support
Knowledge of industrial robots, PLCs, and robotic end-of-arm or electrically actuated tooling
Experience with motor drivers, stepper motors, servo systems, or closed-loop actuator control
Experience with IoT platforms, edge devices, telemetry, remote diagnostics, or connected industrial products
Experience working with overseas suppliers in India or other offshore engineering locations
Familiarity with production transfer, DFM/DFT practices, compliance documentation, and supplier qualification processes

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
Retirement 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

In accordance with Colorado law, the salary range disclosed for this role represents a good-faith estimate of the base compensation. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.

Magswitch is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws in every location where we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination.