Sr. Controls Engineer / Software Engineer - Ripple Effect Consulting LLC

Longmont, CO

About the Job

Software Engineer
Longmont, CO
$85-$110k DOE

Summary:

We are currently in search of a skilled Software Engineer in Longmont, CO. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing software solutions and support for a diverse range of factory automation equipment. As a Software Engineer, you will be involved in all aspects of project development, from initial time/cost estimation to design, programming, testing, installation, commissioning, and field support. Additionally, you will contribute to broader company objectives such as design standardization and the exploration of cutting-edge technologies.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the applications group to assess project schedules, budgets, and technical feasibility.
Develop designs, specifications, and control schemes for machines and their integration into larger automation systems.
Integrate existing software and create new software solutions as needed.
Collaborate with a team of software engineers to enhance and expand the standard code base.
Troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems, including their interactions with control software.
Align and calibrate precision equipment, and fine-tune machine vision systems for specific applications.
Operate machines during testing and production phases, making necessary adjustments for optimal performance.
Calculate and evaluate automation system efficiencies, conducting basic statistical analysis on machine data.
Assist in the installation of equipment at customer facilities and participate in commissioning automation systems.
Conduct lessons-learned meetings with team members upon project completion.
Make customer site visits to address field issues as necessary.
Provide on-call support after normal working hours when required.
Stay informed about new industry technologies and share knowledge with peers.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team on the development of innovative technologies.
Mentor junior-level engineers in areas of expertise.
Ensure the highest quality in all project phases.
Maintain a keen awareness of client satisfaction levels and client needs.
Travel domestically and internationally, up to 25% of the time.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
5 years of experience in a software development or engineering role involving control system design and troubleshooting. A combination of experience and education will be considered.
Demonstrated ability to develop and troubleshoot complex software systems.
Competence in software standardization and modularization.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
Competence in machine vision applications.
Understanding of precision positioning equipment.
Understanding of basic statistical analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to program industrial robots, PLCs, and/or HMIs; Rockwell experience preferred.
Experience with ABB and/or Fanuc robots is a plus.
Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation control platforms is preferred.
Familiarity with Cognex vision systems is advantageous.

Please note that we cannot sponsor new applicants for employment authorization for this position.

This role offers:

An opportunity to grow and develop your career in a stimulating work environment.
Continuous learning opportunities.
Embracement of diversity and innovative ideas.
A competitive salary ranging between 85k and 110k annually.
Annual performance bonus.
Robust benefits package, including employer-paid employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
20 days of PTO during the first year of employment.
401(k) with a 6% match.

Source : Ripple Effect Consulting LLC