Firmware Test Engineer I

## What You Will Contribute The Firmware Test Engineer I performs maintenance on existing firmware products under direct supervision. Assists in coding, testing, and debugging new firmware or making enhancements to existing firmware/software for internal and external customers. Writes programs according to engineering specifications to test firmware product features quickly and effectively. Makes suggestions for problem solutions or enhancements to the code. Works with technical staff to learn and understand problems with the firmware products. ## Job Duties - Develop and execute firmware verification and validation test plans based on design specifications. - Develop and maintain test procedures, test reports, and engineering documentation. - Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks, scripts, and tools to improve firmware test coverage and efficiency. - Design, develop, and maintain hardware and software test fixtures used for firmware validation and production support. - Perform manual and automated testing of embedded systems throughout the product development lifecycle. - Detect, document, reproduce, and track firmware and system level defects. - Collaborate with other Engineers, Managers, QA, and Operations to ensure that the firmware solutions meet our reliability and performance goals. - Assist in root cause investigations of product, field, and customer-reported issues. - Provide status and updates, for the designated portion of the project, to the supervisor or project manager. - Participate in requirements reviews, design reviews, and risk assessments to improve product testability and quality. - Travel to customer sites for product beta testing and investigation of customer issues as needed. - Perform other functions as directed by the Firmware Project Engineer, or Engineering Manager. ## Education and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. - No prior experience required. ## Qualifications - Programming experience in Python and C. - Experience developing, maintaining, and enhancing automated test applications written in Python. - Familiarity with embedded systems and firmware development concepts. - Understanding of serial communication protocols such as UART, SPI, and I2C. - Familiarity with Visual Studio Code or a similar IDE. - Experience with source control systems (GIT preferred). - Familiarity with test and measurement equipment such as an oscilloscope and power analyzer. - Ability to manage automated testing and support new test procedures. - Ability to apply engineering fundamentals to test scenarios and troubleshooting. ## Working Conditions Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment. ## Competitive Total Rewards - Competitive pay. - Annual bonus. - Eligible for annual pay increases. - Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage. - 15 days paid time off plus 11 paid holidays. - Retirement savings plan: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar contributed by the employee, up to 7% of eligible compensation. The company also contributes 5% of eligible compensation to the employee’s Defined Contribution account annually. Access to a certified financial planner is included at no cost. - Employer-paid benefits including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), basic group life insurance, and short-term disability. - Educational assistance, including tuition reimbursement up to $5,250. - Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, long-term disability, accident, and critical illness coverage. - Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.