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This role has real engineering ownership.In this role you will join a team to Write embedded C/C++ firmware for low-power devicesDevelop device drivers (GPIO, SPI, I2C, UART, ADC, etc.)Work directly with hardware (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)Support system integration, testing, and debuggingCollaborate with EE + hardware teams Qualifications5–7+ years of embedded firmware experience (C/C++)Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with U.S. experienceMust have tenured company experience - 4+ years or more with the same companyExperience with low-power microcontrollers + RT systemsHands-on debugging at the hardware levelRTOS (Zephyr, Embedded Linux) is preferredSignal processing (FFT/DFT) is preferredCommunications (Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) is preferredOverview: Sterling Engineering / Staffing has a rich history of delivering top talent to our clients. We are a nationwide Staffing Firm that has been in business for over 57 years. With over 200 current active clients, with 500 positions in play, Sterling works within Automation, Energy, Facilities, Information Technology, Food, Logistics / Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Packaging, Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Engineering and R&D industries.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.","company":"Sterling Engineering","rawCompany":"sterling engineering","city":"St Charles","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-30T11:45:38.380Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"17-2061.00","title":"Computer Hardware Engineers","slug":"computer-hardware-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"334519","title":"Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing","slug":"other-measuring-and-controlling-device-manufacturing"},{"code":"561320","title":"Temporary Help Services","slug":"temporary-help-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Firmware Engineer","description":"Position: Firmware Engineer (C/C++ Firmware)Location: Milwaukee area, WI 53172 (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)open to relocation assistanceSalary Range $95K - $140K + Bonus and BenefitsI am looking for a true, embedded engineer with electrical engineering degree and experience in Embedded Systems and design for firmware. 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