Technical Lead / Architect - Firmware and FPGA

Tech Lead / Architect – FW, FPGA

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Define firmware architecture for motion control systems.
• Architect and review HDL designs (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog)
• Design FPGA-based real-time stacks (IO-Link, EtherCAT, PROFINET, CANopen) with multi-axis synchronization.
• Architect SIL2/SIL3-compliant firmware per IEC 61508 / ISO 13849 including implementation of safety mechanisms
• Initialization and validation of hardware (board bring-up)
• Develop and lead a development team
• Provide architectural guidance to firmware and FPGA engineers.
• International collaboration in a global engineering network.

Who You Are:

• As a Tech Lead/ Architect specializing in FPGA-based motion control systems. Your key focus areas include system and firmware architecture, motion control algorithms (FOC, torque/speed/position loops), industrial communication protocols (IO-Link, EtherCAT, CANopen, PROFINET) with SIL2/SIL3 safety compliance, and hardware–firmware co-design. You excel at delivering deterministic, scalable, and safety-critical motion control solutions while leading FPGA development frameworks.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• 15+ years in embedded firmware development for high-performance motion control systems (servo drives, robotics, industrial automation).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electronics Engineering or related field.
• Hands on experience in VHDL; FPGA tool flows for Altera Max10, Altera Cyclone 10, Agilex 3 etc.
• Motion Control Algorithms: Knowledge on FOC, torque/speed/position loops, trajectory planning, sensorless control techniques
• Industrial Communication: Knowledge on IO-Link, EtherCAT, CANopen, PROFINET; deterministic multi-axis synchronization.
• Software & Embedded Skills: ARM/SoC integration, real-time OS, C/C++, VHDL development, firmware debugging and optimization.
• RTOS/ non RTOS based firmware development.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• MATLAB/Simulink-based design for DSP algorithms.
• Functional Safety & Compliance: SIL2/SIL3 architectures, IEC 61508 / ISO 13849, safe torque off (STO), redundant monitoring.
• Leadership & Strategic Skills: Leading cross-functional engineering teams, mentoring senior engineers, defining system-level architecture, establishing scalable FPGA/firmware frameworks.
• Prior experience in the industrial/ factory automation or control systems industry.

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 well-being. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, an Employee Assistance Program, 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.

WHY EMERSON 

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON 

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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Experience Level

Senior Level