Firmware Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin
Firmware Engineer jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where embedded systems development for industrial automation, medical devices, and defense electronics drives consistent demand. Companies like Rockwell Automation, Harley-Davidson, and GE Healthcare have established engineering centers in the state and hire firmware engineers at levels from associate to principal. The most in-demand specialties are real-time operating systems, microcontroller programming, and hardware-software integration for IoT and manufacturing applications. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You
At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste.
Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation.
When you join us, you'll find:
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Be part of something bigger. At Badger Meter, your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change for people and the planet.
What You Will Contribute:
The Badger Meter Internship Program provides hands-on, real-world experience to students through projects that make a difference! In addition to your projects, you will be given the opportunity to participate in our robust Intern program focused on Badger Meter Culture, professional development, community outreach and a final capstone project.
Badger Meter is hiring a Firmware Test Engineering Intern. This position will work with a mentor to perform firmware testing, troubleshooting, and development efforts on one or more product development or sustaining engineering projects. The work will include a combination of test case running, software development, data collection, and evaluation of embedded systems in any stage of product development from prototypes to field returns. The Firmware Test Engineering Intern will work in individual offices, electronics lab, hydro lab, and other workspaces, as appropriate. This will be an onsite internship at our Milwaukee Headquarters facility next summer (40 hours a week).
Essential Job Duties:
- Firmware test plan development
- Product testing, debugging, failure analysis
· Develop and maintain self-improvement programs and automated scripts to optimize testing efforts
- Collaborate with other team members to execute test plans and develop automation platforms
- Create reports, memos, and provide status updates to engineers, supervisors, and project teams
- Additional projects, tasks, and/or assignments as assigned
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Sophomore Year completed preferred)
- Intermediate skill level in Python Code, Digital Circuits, and Analog Circuits
- Basic understanding of engineering development tools such as SVN, compilers, and IDEs
- Basic experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, meters, logic analyzers preferred Basic experience with version control, such as SVN or Git
This internship provides meaningful, project-based work with defined deliverables, hands-on learning opportunities, and ongoing coaching and mentorship.
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in firmware engineer jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science required
- Proficiency in embedded C or C++ for microcontroller and microprocessor development
- Experience with real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or Zephyr
- Familiarity with communication protocols including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and USB
- Ability to read schematics and collaborate with hardware engineers during bring-up and debugging
- Experience using debugging tools such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
Firmware Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a firmware engineer in Wisconsin?
Most firmware engineers in Wisconsin enter the field with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science. Wisconsin does not require a state-issued license specifically for firmware engineers, though professional engineers who sign off on regulated designs may pursue a Professional Engineer credential through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Employers across Milwaukee and Madison typically recruit directly from programs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Milwaukee School of Engineering, and Wisconsin's technical college system.
Which companies hire firmware engineers in Wisconsin?
Employers hiring firmware engineers in Wisconsin right now include Milwaukee Tool, Team TTI, and Badger Meter, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's industrial automation, medical device, and defense manufacturing sectors drive steady demand, making the state one of the more active markets for embedded systems talent in the Midwest.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most firmware engineer jobs?
Brookfield, Waukesha, and Ripon have the most firmware engineer openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its concentration of industrial automation and manufacturing companies, including large employers with engineering headquarters in the metro, while Madison's medical device and research-driven tech sector generates strong demand, and smaller metros benefit from the presence of regional defense or industrial contractors.
Are there remote firmware engineer jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. Firmware engineering is inherently hands-on, requiring access to physical hardware for flashing, debugging, and validation, which limits remote work compared to purely software roles. About 100% of firmware engineer openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve architecture, code review, or documentation rather than active bring-up work.
How can I get hired as a firmware engineer in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or co-op during your degree, which many Wisconsin employers convert to full-time offers. Rockwell Automation and GE Healthcare both run structured intern and new-graduate programs out of their Wisconsin locations. Candidates from adjacent roles in electrical technician or software quality assurance positions often transition by demonstrating a personal project portfolio, showing working embedded code on platforms like Arduino or STM32, or completing an associate-level certification in embedded systems from Milwaukee School of Engineering's continuing education program.
Where can I find and apply to firmware engineer jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to firmware engineer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings updated in real time. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location preference, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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