Software Development Automation Engineer – TS
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Wagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day.
As an employee of Wagstaff, you’ll enjoy:
FREE employee medical/dental/vision benefit options
Paid non-working holidays
Monthly, site-wide BBQs
Up to 8% retirement contribution
Annual bonuses
1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day
Family-friendly, company-wide events
Join the Wagstaff family today!
Pay: $85,000 annual salary
Job Summary
Apply computer programming and/or engineering knowledge to develop, test, commission, and support Wagstaff supplied software applications, automated systems, and equipment. Career advancement opportunities include automation development related roles within development departments.
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Assist in development of Industry 4.0, IoT, Embedded Systems, and AI/ML (Machine Learning) applications.
- Develop and program custom software applications utilizing:
- Python,
- JavaScript
- C, C++, C#
- .NET
- Go, AWS
- Ladder Logic
- Develop industry specific knowledge and skills for career advancement opportunities into automation programming development role.
- Casting process, PLC automated systems, SCADA systems, and software development
- Assist with development of automated systems, tools, and equipment.
- Participate in product and software development activitiests in coordination with Project Managers and other engineers involved in the commissioning process
- Participate in product and software development activities
- Participate in research activities related to aluminum casting technologies
- Support installation and commissioning of software and equipment in customer plants in coordination with the Automated Systems Group and Mechanical Engineering while evaluating a unique set of technical circumstances at each customer location.
- Perform hardware and software testing
- Provide technical support to customers in response to emergency calls or service requests in troubleshooting and repair
- Provide training to internal and external customers on software operation and maintenance in conjunction with commissioning or in response to independent requests or requirements
- Abide by company policies
- Periodic domestic and international travel required depending upon customer and company business needs
- In order to achieve business objectives, work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be required
- Other duties as assigned
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job on Wagstaff premises, work is performed primarily in an adequately lit, well ventilated, climate controlled general office environment. Close computer work is regularly required. The work usually involves minimal physical exertion. The noise level in the general office environment is usually moderate.
This job may require occasional or more frequent interaction with employees on the manufacturing shop floor. While on the shop floor, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with shop floor managers/employees may be necessary before entering the shop floor, and use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required on the shop floor. The noise level on the shop floor is often loud.
This job may also require occasional or more frequent travel to and work at customer sites. While at customer sites, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risks of moving equipment and parts, and other risks associated with a construction and/or manufacturing environment. Because of this environment and associated risks, coordination with customer managers/employees may be necessary before entering the customer site, and use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required at customer sites. The noise level at customer sites is often loud.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience required
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Preferred Experience
- Experience in and software development and industrial automation
- Python, C, C++, C#, JavaScript, .NET, Go, AWS
- Embedded systems development
- Machine learning applications
- Computer application development
- Industrial controls
- RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, SIMATIC Step 7 , TIA Portal
General Characteristics
- Acquires broad knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice area
- Acquires technical understanding of software systems and code development
- Applies prescribed and/or standard techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks
- Exercises limited judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional work
- Acquires an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities
General Technical Responsibilities
- Designs a complete project, system, component, or process of moderate complexity
- Performs standard computations or analysis
- Prepares drawings
Leadership Skills
- Assigns tasks to and coordinates with peers
- Coordinates with departments as necessary
Direction Received
- Receives close supervision on unusual or difficult problems
Communication Skills
- Academic oral and technical writing skills
- Create training documents and present training to internal and external customers
- Attend and participate in software/product design review meetings
Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire.
Wagstaff, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.