Job Description
Job Description
Sr Controls Software Engineer, Automation, PLC, Factory Integration, C++
Our mid-size client firm, a leader in its industry, is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to work on software solutions for large-scale automated aerospace assembly.
The primary focus is control system configuration and development, including microprocessor-based servo motion control, heating applications, analog and digital sensors, network communication, and graphical user interfaces.
Why should you apply here?
- Successful 25+ year old firm
- Large domestic and global clients
- Factory automation, Robotics, Device Control Systems
- Staff of 25 Engineers in the business unit, 16 Software Engineers
- Employee high retention rate
- No-cost medical insurance for employee and family coverage
What will you be doing?
- Design, develop, implement, and maintain complex PLC programs
- Troubleshoot and diagnose PLC hardware and software issues
- Optimize existing programs for efficiency and performance
- Interface with HMIs and other control systems
- Work with engineers and technicians to ensure seamless integration
- Develop and maintain comprehensive program documentation
- Stay up-to-date on the latest PLC technologies and trends
- Travel to customer sites
What are the minimum qualifications?
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Computer Engineering, Mechanical, Mathematics, etc.
- 7+ years of experience as a PLC Programmer
- Proficiency in multiple PLC platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Omron)
- Strong understanding of Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagrams, and structured text
- Experience with SCADA systems and HMI Development
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience programming in one of the following : Siemens Scripting / Siemens PLC programming (TIA-Step 7) or equivalent, WinCC Advanced, WinCC OA, WinCC Flex, OR Allen Bradley Scripting, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View ME
- Must be able to travel 25% of the time, primarily domestically, with potential for international travel
What will make your rsum stand out?
- Experience in motion control or robotics
- Design PLC Systems from scratch
- Design automation for OEM
- Project leadership / management skills
- C++ programming skills
Location : 100% on-site. Headquarters in Dallas, TX
Relocation : Assistance offered
Citizenship : U.S. Citizens. If necessary, you may need to get a DOD security clearance
Salary : 120k 145k, Paid Overtime (10k 20k), 401k matching is 6%. Fully paid medical insurance for employees and dependents