Career Opportunities at BURN

About the role

• BURN is looking to hire a highly skilled and motivated Embedded Systems Engineer to develop and maintain embedded software for our innovative clean cooking products.
• The successful candidate will be hands-on in designing, implementing, and testing firmware for microcontroller-based systems, collaborating closely with hardware engineers, test engineers, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, reliable products that meet both functional requirements and regulatory standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Employee shall have the following duties and responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain firmware for ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers, particularly STM32 series MCUs, ensuring code meets performance, power consumption, and memory constraints.
• Write efficient, maintainable, and well-documented embedded C/C++ code following best practices and coding standards.
• Implement and integrate communication protocols including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and wireless protocols such as Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
• Develop and implement sensor interfaces, signal processing algorithms, and control systems for temperature monitoring, power management, and user interface applications.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define firmware-hardware interfaces, review schematics, and provide input on component selection and PCB design considerations.
• Debug complex firmware issues using JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools.
• Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and support hardware validation activities in collaboration with the test engineering team.
• Optimize firmware for real-time performance, memory usage, and power efficiency in resource-constrained embedded systems.
• Implement bootloaders, firmware update mechanisms, and secure programming features.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation including design specifications, API documentation, code comments, and user guides.
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions to ensure quality and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Support manufacturing during product ramp-up, including firmware flashing procedures, production testing, and troubleshooting.
• Conduct root cause analysis for firmware-related field issues and implement corrective actions.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and best practices in embedded systems development.
• Support regulatory compliance activities including CE certification, EMC testing, and safety standards implementation.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• At least 1-3 years of hands-on firmware development experience with embedded systems.
• Strong proficiency in embedded C programming and solid understanding of embedded systems fundamentals.
• Demonstrated experience with ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers, preferably STM32 series (STM32G0, STM32F series, or similar).
• Experience with embedded development tools including STM32CubeIDE, Keil, IAR, or similar IDEs.
• Working knowledge of communication protocols: UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and experience with at least one wireless protocol (BLE, Wi-Fi, or LoRa).
• Understanding of interrupt handling, timers, DMA, ADC/DAC, PWM, and power management techniques.
• Experience with RTOS concepts or bare-metal programming.
• Proficiency with debugging tools including JTAG/SWD debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Strong experience with Git version control and collaborative development workflows.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and datasheets.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with ability to create clear technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Experience with test automation using Python or other scripting languages is a bonus.
• Experience in consumer electronics, IoT products, or energy sector applications is a bonus.
• Good understanding of electronics
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies is a bonus.

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About the role

• BURN is seeking a highly motivated Electronics Engineering Intern to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in the design, development, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic systems and components.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Employee shall have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Design and development of electronic circuits and systems.
• Support the testing and validation of electronic components and products.
• Conduct troubleshooting and debugging of hardware issues.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to create and modify schematics, PCB layouts, and prototypes.
• Work with senior engineers to test and validate different design concepts and theories.
• Perform simulations and analysis to optimize circuit performance.
• Document designs, test results, and engineering procedures.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Participate in research and development (R&D) projects to innovate and improve existing technologies.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, Firmware engineers to integrate electronics into larger systems.

Skills and Experience

• Training in Electrical Engineering or other related technical fields.
• Basic knowledge of electronic components, circuit design, and PCB layout.
• Familiarity with schematic design and simulation software (e.g., Altium, Eagle, KiCad, SPICE).
• Understanding of microcontrollers, embedded systems, and programming (C, C++, Python is a plus).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and datasheets.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail.

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About the role

• This is a consulting role where you’ll work closely with our creative, software, corporate communications and carbon teams to maintain and enhance BURN’s corporate website and other digital platforms. You’ll handle both front-end and back-end development tasks, support integrations, optimize performance, and help ensure our website stays fast, secure, and user-friendly.
•  We’re looking for someone who can bring technical expertise, creativity, and a collaborative attitude to the team. The role is on-site three days per week, with the rest flexible for remote work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Front-End Development
  • Build and maintain responsive, user-friendly web interfaces using React/Next.js.
  • Turn design wireframes and mock-ups into functional web components.
  • Ensure a consistent look and feel across the site and other digital platforms.
  • Optimize front-end performance and loading speed across devices and browsers.
• Back-End Development
  • Develop server-side functionality and APIs to power dynamic website features.
  • Work with databases to manage data efficiently and securely.
  • Support server-side rendering and handle back-end tasks like form processing and authentication.
  • Ensure best practices for security, scalability, and data integrity.
• Digital Platform Support
  • Integrate third-party services such as Google Tag Manager, analytics tools, and other marketing platforms.
  • Assist in implementing tracking, reporting, and performance monitoring tools.
  • Help maintain web-based platforms or tools used by our teams and partners.
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Work closely with designers, marketers, and product managers to turn ideas into functional features.
  • Contribute to discussions about digital storytelling, website updates, and platform improvements.
  • Maintain organized code repositories, documentation, and asset libraries.
  • Support external developers or agencies when needed.

Skills and Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in web development (full stack preferred).
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3.
• Experience with React and Next.js.
• Familiarity with Node.js or another server-side environment.
• Experience with REST APIs and integrating third-party services.
• Knowledge of responsive and mobile-first web design.
• Comfortable with Git or other version control systems.
• Experience deploying apps with Vercel.
• Familiarity with headless CMS or modern content platforms.
• Knowledge of SEO and web performance optimization.
• Some exposure to UI/UX tools like Figma or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Problem-solver with attention to detail.
• Collaborative and communicative — you can work well with cross-functional teams.
• Eager to learn and take initiative.
• Passionate about using tech to support social impact and climate solutions.

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About the role

• BURN is seeking a Production Planning & Control (PPC) Manager who will oversee the entire production planning and execution process, ensuring that production schedules, throughput targets, and resource allocations are aligned with business objectives.
• The individual is responsible for managing both the Production Scheduling Manager and the Production Manager, providing strategic direction, operational oversight, and performance management. The role ensures that Inventory Plans are translated into executable schedules while achieving throughput, efficiency, cost, and quality targets.
• They will act as the key link between demand planning, factory operations, and senior management, ensuring that production is efficient, predictable, and aligned with customer commitments.

Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Production Control

• Own the overall production planning and scheduling process for the factory.
• Ensure that the Inventory Plan (IP) is feasible and executable across all assembly lines.
• Monitor production performance and line capacity, adjusting plans to achieve throughput, efficiency, and cost targets.
• Implement process improvements to enhance production flow, reduce bottlenecks, and optimize resource utilization.

Team Management & Leadership

• Manage, mentor, and develop the Production Scheduling Manager and Production Manager.
• Set performance objectives and review KPIs for both roles, ensuring alignment with factory and organizational goals.
• Provide guidance on decision-making related to schedule adjustments, resource allocation, and operational priorities.

Coordination Between Planning & Execution

• Ensure tight alignment between the Production Scheduling Manager (planning) and Production Manager (execution).
• Facilitate regular PPC meetings to review schedules, throughput targets, material availability, labor readiness, and operational constraints.
• Resolve conflicts between planning and execution teams, balancing capacity, resource limitations, and delivery commitments.

KPI Ownership & Performance Management

• Own factory-level PPC KPIs, including:
  • Production schedule adherence
  • Throughput vs target per line
  • Cost per unit
  • Line efficiency and labor utilization
  • On-time completion of Inventory Plans
• Monitor performance trends and implement corrective actions to meet operational targets.

Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with:
  • Inventory Planning (IP) Team
  • Operations Manager
  • Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse Teams
• Ensure smooth communication and escalation of issues between factory operations and planning teams.
• Act as the escalation point for all major production planning, scheduling, and execution challenges.

Continuous Improvement & Best Practices

• Introduce standardized planning, scheduling, and reporting processes.
• Identify and implement efficiency improvements across planning and production execution.
• Promote a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and proactive problem-solving across PPC teams.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in factory operations, preferably with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role overseeing production planning and execution.
• Strong preference for candidates with experience in sheet metal manufacturing, appliances, or similar industrial production environments.
• Technical Expertise:
  • In-depth understanding of production planning, scheduling, and factory operations.
  • Strong knowledge of capacity planning, throughput optimization, WIP and inventory management, and operational KPIs.
  • Experience with ERP/MRP or advanced planning systems.
• Leadership & Management Skills:
  • Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, including production, scheduling, maintenance, and quality.
  • Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make operational decisions under pressure.
• Operational Excellence:
  • Demonstrated ability to meet throughput targets, optimize cost per unit, and improve operational efficiency.
  • Strong focus on quality, safety, and delivery commitments.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred. Advanced degrees or certifications in operations management is an advantage.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong analytical and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proactive, results-oriented, and capable of driving change and continuous improvement.