Embedded Engineer

Work Authorization Requirement

Candidates must have valid authorization to work in the United States at the time of application. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or transfer sponsorship for any employment-based visas now or in the future.

About the Company

This role is based in Riverside, California, within a business unit focused on irrigation and outdoor lighting solutions. The organization develops and delivers reliable products used across a wide range of environments, including golf courses, athletic facilities, public landscapes, and residential and commercial properties.

The product portfolio includes irrigation controllers, sensors, valves, sprinklers, and related components, along with professional-grade outdoor lighting systems such as fixtures, transformers, LED lamps, and installation technologies designed for both residential and commercial use.

Role Overview

The Embedded Engineer will be part of the Technical Operations team supporting a precision irrigation product line. This position involves both maintaining existing products in the field and contributing to the development of new solutions.

The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, customer support, and supply chain to ensure successful product performance and production continuity. Responsibilities span both hardware and firmware design and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and maintain electronic circuits and systems using both analog and digital techniques
• Integrate sensors with microcontrollers and microprocessors
• Develop and maintain embedded software using C/C++ and work within RTOS environments
• Work with common communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN
• Support printed circuit board design (experience with tools such as OrCAD is beneficial)
• Contribute expertise across a range of microcontroller platforms
• Develop and support applications involving various sensor types (e.g., inductive, current, resistive, magnetic, acoustic, ultrasonic, and motion-based sensors)
• Work with actuator systems such as solenoids
• Apply knowledge of power systems, including AC/DC conversion
• Support wireless technologies including cellular (4G/5G), IoT connectivity, and short-range communication protocols
• Contribute to security features including encryption and data protection methods
• Explore and evaluate emerging technologies, including data-driven approaches and AI applications
• Gather and analyze technical data from documentation, testing, equipment operation, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance and subject matter expertise within the team

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline
• Experience requirements based on level:
• Mid-level: 2–4 years
• Senior-level: 5–7 years
• Principal-level: 7+ years
• Willingness to expand programming skills, including languages such as Python and C
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Compensation and Benefits

The company offers a competitive compensation package that includes salary, health benefits (medical, dental, and vision), retirement savings options, and performance-based incentives. Salary ranges are determined based on experience, skills, and other factors, with an estimated range of approximately $82,900 to $120,000 annually.

Additional benefits and perks include:

• Flexible, casual work environment
• Access to mental health and financial wellness resources
• Paid volunteer time to support community involvement

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is committed to equal employment opportunity and considers all applicants based on qualifications and merit. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. The organization strives to foster an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees.