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/System Verilog)
• 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.