Controls Engineer, Software M/F

HAHN Automation Group

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred.
  • 3-5+ years of experience in electrical or software design/engineering.
  • Proficiency in PLC, HMI, robot, motion control, LabVIEW, and machine vision applications.
  • Knowledge of structured software design principles and ability to troubleshoot complex automation systems.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in team environments.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, install, and troubleshoot software solutions for PLC, HMI, motion control, and robots.
  • Collaborate with teams to understand machine functions and develop software solutions.
  • Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance from a programming perspective.
  • Provide technical support to customers throughout all project stages.
  • Assist in the development of software validation protocols to meet safety and performance requirements.
  • Mentor less experienced staff and share knowledge to enhance departmental expertise.
  • Travel for project requirements, including potential domestic and international trips.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • HSA/FSA options available.
  • Accident and critical illness insurance.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance, plus life insurance.
  • 401K retirement plan.
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Full Job Description
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

HAHN Automation Group US, Inc. offers the following benefits options:
  • 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


Position location

Job location

USA, Hebron, US

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