Senior Embedded Software Engineer

COMPANY OVERVIEW

SawStop is the world leader in power tool safety technology. We use electronic sensing and digital signal processing technology to sense impending injury to a tool user, and to prevent the injury from being serious.

Headquartered in Tualatin, Oregon, SawStop is the top manufacturer of table saws for the commercial and hobbyist markets and is the recipient of numerous awards for safety and innovation. Since 2005, SawStop's safety technology has saved thousands of users from what would have been devastating, life-changing table saw injuries. Founded in Oregon, in 2017 SawStop was purchased by TTS Tooltechnic Systems, a 2,500-employee family-owned private company based in Germany with a focus on long-term growth through the development of superior tools.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

As a member of the Electrical and Software Team, the team member is primarily responsible for developing embedded firmware used in our products. He/she will use traditional research & development methods and newer collaboration methods to create innovative solutions, to prove their feasibility, and to show how they may be developed into products. During product development, he/she will participate in defining a system architecture of the product including the hardware/software interface, and implementing software to the system architecture.

The team member will create the software architecture using a modular approach, then will design & implement modules as well as testing their functionality. The team member works closely with cross functional team members, establishes plans to complete work packages, develops and executes verification plans, and communicates results.

The team member will be able to work independently, under the overall direction of a senior engineer or direct management.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Product Architectural Design
  • Review customer requirements & define technical specifications.
  • Work with the electrical designers to define hardware/software interface.
  • Create software architectures & compare solutions.
• Product Implementation
  • Develop embedded C applications.
  • Review code from others and provide comments.
• Product Testing
  • Develop PC-based software tools for data collection and analysis.
  • Develop PC-based software tools to automate the product testing process.
  • Define test plans for module & system tests based.
  • Verify product function.
• Manufacturing Support
  • Program & maintain PC-based service applications.
• Clearly and effectively communicate to internal and external team members and stakeholders.
• Work both individually and on a team
• Some international travel may be required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be authorized to work in the United States at time of hiring.
• Must be ready to work at our Tualatin site 3-4 days a week.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of product development experience in an industrial, medical or consumer industry, or 3+ years and an applicable Master of Science degree
• Proven understanding of digital signal processing concepts and coding for DSP.
• Knowledge of programming embedded C for 8-, 16- and 32-bit microcontrollers
• Skilled in working with software tool chains and version control systems.
• Ability to write basic PC-based applications using Python.
• Ability to work with electronic test equipment including oscilloscope, multi-meter, signal generator, power supplies.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, modify, and design electronic circuits.
• Capable of understanding and writing assembly code.
• Familiar with operating wood working tools.

BENEFITS

Our Team Members are what make SawStop special. That's why we're committed to taking care of our team through a comprehensive benefits program.

• Employee-Centered Medical Plan - 95% paid for the employee and eligible dependents
• Available Health Savings Plan
• 100% Paid Dental
• 100% Paid Vision
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program for Mental Health Services
• 401k Retirement Plans with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Tutoring Support for Team Member's Kids (Grades K-12)
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Opportunities for Professional Development