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In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: • Engage firmware team to interpret upstream requirements to design, document, and implement supporting validations • Perform project and product documentation in accordance with departmental and company procedures and standards • Collaborate with other members of the project team to deliver features that are implemented, tested, and documented • Design, assemble, and maintain test fixtures Who You Are: • You balance planning with actions. You solicit both input and discussion. You focus on priorities and set stretch goals For This Role, You Will Need: • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program • Ability to effectively work in a team environment • Ability to understand basic mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic systems • Strong analytical problem solving and decision-making skills • Programming experience in C# (Test), C++ (Firmware), or similar object-oriented programming languages • Commitment to full-time (40 hours/week) Co-op experience in Marshalltown, IA. • Legal authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position. Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart: • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering • Knowledge of common software test methods • Familiarity with continuous integration tools (TeamCity, Jenkins) • Experience with distributed version control • Experience with ARM embedded processor platforms Our Offer 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 wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet your physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid holidays and volunteer time. You will also get hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in our well-established and structured co-op program. There is also an easy to access on-site cafeterias, fitness facilities, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. #LI-KT1 Want to work with the best and brightest in a company that tackles challenges that have never been done before? Emerson is looking for an Embedded Software Co-op to join our Marshalltown, IA team. This is an outstanding chance to gain real-world experience in a collaborative environment while working on projects that will truly make a difference. This position is a temporary 8-month co-op assignment from January 2027-August 2027 or May 2027-December 2027. Focused specifically on the Fisher branded line of products, this position is part of Emerson Final Control, a leader in optimizing process operations around the world known for our team of experts and proven performance and reliability of products.

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Engage firmware team to interpret upstream requirements to design, document, and implement supporting validations
Perform project and product documentation in accordance with departmental and company procedures and standards
Collaborate with other members of the project team to deliver features that are implemented, tested, and documented
Design, assemble, and maintain test fixtures
You balance planning with actions. You solicit both input and discussion. You focus on priorities and set stretch goals
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program
Ability to effectively work in a team environment
Ability to understand basic mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic systems
Strong analytical problem solving and decision-making skills
Programming experience in C# (Test), C++ (Firmware), or similar object-oriented programming languages
Commitment to full-time (40 hours/week) Co-op experience in Marshalltown, IA.
Legal authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
Knowledge of common software test methods
Familiarity with continuous integration tools (TeamCity, Jenkins)
Experience with distributed version control
Experience with ARM embedded processor platforms

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Platform: oracle-cloud
Effort: medium

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