Our program offers invaluable experiences for early-career associates seeking challenging developmental opportunities to jump-start their careers.
The Job
As a part of the SLP program, you’ll be part of our Engineering team. You’ll get to:
Design and develop electronic firmware and specifications for power tools including brushless DC motor controls, Li-Ion battery management systems and battery chargers.
Implement and validate electronic designs through software development, test and simulation.
Develop software verification and validation procedures using unit and integration tests.
Provide leadership in achieving cost, performance and quality objectives of all related electronic systems, components and sub-assemblies.
Develop solutions for electronic systems related issues as an integral member of a larger team.
Maintain appropriate documentation for work performed.
Translate customer requirements into software specifications.
Embrace cross functional teamwork.
The Person
You love to learn, grow, and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. You also have
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering from an accredited computer or electrical engineering college.
Knowledge in developing embedded 8bit/16bit/32bit microcontrollers in C.
Experience with ARM architectures preferred experience with assembly language a plus.
Understanding of common microcontroller peripherals such as timers, GPIO, watchdog, ADC, UART, DMA.
Strong understanding of embedded concepts, including real-time processing, process scheduling, cooperative multitasking, interrupted processing, race conditions, RTOS.
Familiarity with closed loop control and feedback systems, lithium-ion battery powered systems and common motor control techniques including sensored and sensorless trapezoidal control is a plus.
Familiar with software development processes and control (static analysis, distributed version control, unit testing, bug tracking)
Experience with debugging, either in-circuit debugger or by other means.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc.)
The Details
Must be willing to rotate work assignments, projects, and teams every 8 months throughout the program. Relocation for a minimum of one rotation may be required; relocation assistance is available.
This hybrid role will begin in Towson, MD
Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
And More
You’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

The Salary range for this position is $60,000.00 - $96,600.00

This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker.
The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.
The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases.
Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.
We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.
Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.
Who We Are
We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.
What You’ll Also Get
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Benefits & Perks
You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
Learning & Development
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
Diverse & Inclusive Culture
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.
Purpose-Driven Company
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.
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