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Project Engineer Control Firmware

Rockwell Automation, Inc.

MEQUON, WI · HybridJobSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Location
MEQUON, WIHybrid
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Job overview

Rockwell Automation’s Project Engineer, Control Firmware develops, maintains, and tests embedded software features for motor controls. The work includes model-based coding in MATLAB/Simulink, testing from bench simulation through implementation on drives and motors, and involvement in requirements and reviews. The role reports to the Firmware Development Team Lead and works in a hybrid arrangement in Mequon, Wisconsin.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Motor Control AlgorithmsPower ConvertersConverter Control SchemesConverter Modulation StrategiesDrive Systems ModelingModel-Based DevelopmentMATLAB/SimulinkC/C++Agile DevelopmentVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationActivity Organization

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Mequon, Wisconsin, United States Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility -our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how thework we do changes the world for the better. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us! Job Description As a Project Engineer, Control Firmware, you develop, maintain, and test embedded software features related to motor controls. You will be responsible for design, implementation, and testing of code plus involvement in requirement specifications and reviews. The coding is model-based and implemented in MATLAB/Simulink and you will test the code at several stages, from bench simulation to implementation on actual variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motors. You will report to the Firmware Development Team Lead and will work Hybrid in Mequon, Wisconsin, US. Primary Responsibilities: Design motor control models in MATLAB/Simulink Develop features for synchronous, induction and permanent magnet motors Interface model-based code to other embedded software modules using C/C++ Simulate and test the model locally and on drives/motors Optimize code for performance, memory requirement and simplicity Validate code for reliability and safety Participate in code reviews Participate in requirement specifications Lead investigation of anomalies and new features Work in an agile/scrum environment with a team of other control firmware engineers Knowledge of motor control algorithms, including algorithms for induction, synchronous and permanent magnet motors Knowledge of multiple power converters (3 phase VSI, CSI, NPC, Multi-level, and Matrix converters) Knowledge of converter control schemes, converter modulation strategies and drive systems modeling Experience with model-based development in MATLAB/Simulink Knowledge of C/C++ Lead the investigation of anomalies and the exploration of new features and control algorithms. Communicate technical complex information in verbal and written form Organize activities of other employees. Experience working in an agile development environment. The Essentials - You Will Have: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Years of Relevant Work... For full info follow application link. Rockwell Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disability/Veteran. If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or reasonable accommodation during the application process, email our Talent Acquisition representative at [email protected]. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/A6C0FFAE395A4024

How this job compares

Set against the 5,122 open Project Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Wisconsin median$91–129K/yr30 salary ranges
  • US median$35–45/hr264 hourly ranges
Openings
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Experience
Project Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 7 years (3,953 postings).
Education
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