Senior Software Controls Engineer

Andrews Cooper Technology LLC

$110K — $170K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Software or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience; MSEE is a plus.
  • 7+ years of hands-on experience in Software Controls Engineering.
  • Up to 20% travel required; reliable transportation needed.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  • Background checks are required.

Responsibilities

  • Design, program, test, and commission PLC and HMI software for automation systems.
  • Integrate automation components like robots, motion systems, and sensors.
  • Troubleshoot support during machine startup and customer testing.
  • Develop control specifications and software documentation.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams for complete automation solutions.
  • Lead controls engineering efforts on complex projects.
  • Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; HSA and FSA options.
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave for birth or adoption.
  • Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and community service.
  • In-office snacks, coffee, and sponsored lunches.
  • 401k plan with 3% employer contribution.
  • Access to mentorship for professional development and educational reimbursement.
Full Job Description
SENIOR SOFTWARE CONTROLS ENGINEER
The Core Values we embody:
  • Help Each Other Win-AC values winning as a team over personal recognition. Go out of your way to help a teammate and the team succeed.
  • Own It-Don't wait for someone else to clear the way. Recognize opportunities to improve, and when obstacles arise, join forces to overcome them.
  • Be Cool-Be self-aware, maintain a positive attitude, prioritize emotional intelligence, and maintain composure under pressure.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • B.S. in Software or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent experience in a related field. MSEE is a plus.
  • 7+ years of professional hands-on experience in Software Controls Engineering.
  • Up to 20% of travel may be required between locations.
  • Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required due to the nature of our business and multiple client sites.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  • Background checks are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience programming industrial automation systems using PLCs, HMIs, and industrial software platforms.
  • Proficiency with several of the following:
    • PLCs: Rockwell (Allen-Bradley)
    • HMI/SCADA: Ignition
    • Industrial Robotics: FANUC, ABB, Epson, Denso
    • Motion Control, Vision Systems, and Industrial Networking
  • Familiarity with Python, C/C++, C#, or similar programming languages.
  • Experience with Windows, Linux, and virtual machine environments (VMware, Hyper-V, VirtualBox).
  • Experience commissioning and troubleshooting automated equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Design, program, test, and commission PLC and HMI software for custom automation systems.
  • Integrate automation components including robots, motion systems, vision systems, sensors, and safety devices.
  • Troubleshoot and support machine startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance testing.
  • Develop technical documentation including control specifications and software documentation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver complete automation solutions.
  • Lead controls engineering efforts on complex projects.
  • Mentor engineers and provide technical direction.
  • Support proposal development, project planning, and customer technical discussions.

Why join the Andrews Cooper team? This is a full-time position with compensation, benefits, and work positives, including:
  • Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), employee assistance programs (EAP), and dependent savings accounts (DSA).
  • Paid leave for maternity and paternity for birth or adoption.
  • Generous PTO for vacation, sick, community service, and 8 paid holidays.
  • In-office snacks, coffee, and sponsored lunches.
  • 401k retirement plan with 3% employer contribution.
  • Access to hands-on mentorship to advance professional skills and an educational reimbursement.
The salary range for this position is based on national rates. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Base Salary: $110,000.00 - $170,000.00.

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