Controls Engineer, Software M/F

Position Description

Job title

Controls Engineer, Software M/F

Employment type

Full Time

Job Description

The principal duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Develop, install, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motion control, robot, vision software solutions consistent with HAHN Automation Group US design standards and customer requirements for all assigned projects
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Mechanical Design, and Electrical Design teams to understand machine function in order to develop appropriate software solutions
• Support the Electrical Design Engineering team by participating in design reviews and providing technical guidance for the overall system from a programming perspective
• Identify and provide reliable solutions for technical issues to ensure complete customer satisfaction through all stages of the process
• Provide customers with technical support
• Support equipment runoff and debug activity as well as machine acceptance testing
• Assist with the development of software validation protocols to confirm the machine control software meets all safety, performance, and technical requirements
• Share with department staff the design methodologies, productivity tools, standards, processes, and legacy information for increased knowledge and experience within the department
• Mentor less experienced design staff and assisting in the development of concepts and software design methodologies for projects
• Travel required, including overnight travel – potentially domestic and international

Requirements

Education: College accreditation with emphasis in engineering or equivalent experience, preferably from within a manufacturing firm—bachelor’s degree with concentration in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science strongly preferred.

Experience: 3-5+ years of electrical or software design and/or engineering experience—experience within the special machine industry preferred.

Additional Skills

• Proficiency in the use and programming of various PLC, HMI, robot, motion control, LabVIEW, and machine vision software applications
• Knowledge of structured software design principals
• Ability to understand and follow all relevant safety policies when working on assigned equipment projects including, but not limited to: lockout/tagout, electrical safety, arc flash safety, and robotic systems safety
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex automation systems, which may involve addressing software bugs, wiring issues, or mechanical problems
• Technically creative with an understanding of equipment functions to provide software solutions in a robust and economical manner
• Ability to evaluate quotations, specifications, and engineering drawings to identify functional requirements and develop machine control software solutions
• Organized and flexible in work functions allowing for dedicated, multitasking, and task interrupted duties
• Analytical and decisive to define, evaluate, and solve problems in an organized process
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with competency in computer and Microsoft Office products
• Ability to collaborate in team environments while maintaining individual duties effectively
• A commitment to integrity, ethical and economical practices, and the organization’s mission
• Flexibility to travel, domestic and international, and work additional hours as needed to meet project requirements

Physical And Environmental Requirements

As a member of HAHN Automation Group US, applicants must be able to interact safely in a manufacturing environment. This includes:

• Full body mobility with the ability to bend, stoop, climb, and lift or move 25 lbs. of weight
• The ability to walk within restricted areas of the company manufacturing plant
• Professional conduct in regards to hygiene and dress
• The ability to read and prepare business documents as well as conduct business over the telephone in a sometimes-loud environment
• The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The ability to travel to customer, supplier, and/or inter-company sites via vehicle or airplane (both domestic and international)
• Valid driver’s license with driving record of acceptable risk as defined by HAHN Automation Group US’s insurance company
• Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States now and in the future without employment visa sponsorship

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Options
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Short-term, Long-term Insurance, & Life Insurance
• 401K
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday