Embedded Software Engineering Intern - The Toro Company

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The Toro Company designs and manufactures turf maintenance, irrigation, landscape, snow management, agricultural, construction, and residential equipment. The Embedded Software Engineering Intern will develop, debug, test, and enhance embedded firmware for electrification and autonomous projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams on electronics, software, integration, and product validation.

Responsibilities

Dive into the development, debugging, and enhancement of embedded firmware for electrification and autonomous projects Be part of the team that investigates, defines, and specifies innovative new products Collaborate with engineering team members to design and implement high-quality electronics and firmware solutions that meet cutting-edge product requirements Play a key role in resolving integration challenges that involve multiple electronics, software applications, and developers Work closely with electronic, system, and software design engineers to help optimize overall product performance Get hands-on experience in the validation and testing of electronics and embedded software Assist software engineers in defining interfaces and optimizing hardware/software performance Thoroughly test and evaluate embedded software to ensure top-notch quality and functionality Contribute to the creation of detailed hardware and firmware design and validation documentation

Qualifications: Candidates must be available to start on May 17 and participate through the duration of the program Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States Currently a Junior or Senior student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field (required) with interest in embedded systems Familiar with developing embedded firmware for 8/16/32-bit microcontrollers in C/C++ Familiar with common communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, RS232, and CAN Strong understanding of the relationship between hardware and software, with the ability to design systems that integrate both technologies efficiently Excellent oral and written communication skills Thrives in a team environment Results-driven, action-oriented, and full of positive energy Strong problem-solving and resolution skills High degree of integrity and commitment to achieving results Independently self-motivated and have interpersonal skills to build relationships and collaborate within a team having a variety of cross-functional product responsibility Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) is a plus Knowledge of desktop application development in C++/C# is preferred

Benefits: Dress for your day – The Toro Company employees are encouraged to take advantage of a casual, corporate environment. The Toro Company provides interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community. Summer Hours Based on Location – Employees at certain locations can enjoy a flexible schedule by working a little more during the first few days of the week and leaving by noon on Friday.