Controls Engineer

Key Duties: Development of New Software
* Translate high level application requirements into Software Specifications, producing the related deliverables (documentation, Scope of Operations, test plans).
* Design, develop and implement PLC programs and applications that respond to given requirements.
* Perform prototyping, application tests and code reviews to ensure product quality.
* Validate the released software attending tests in Lab and in the field, reporting bugs and proposing possible improvements
* Deliver training and product handover to relevant stakeholders – Academy, Application Engineering and Service Software Life-Cycle Maintenance:
* Maintain existing software baselines, perform debugging, testing, code improvement and re-designing tasks, including the configuration management process
* Review hardware and components evolution and phase-in/phase out, adapting and redesigning according to the need.
* Collaborate with Service and Quality teams to optimize products and ensure products stay up-to-date and continue to satisfy customer needs.
* Coordinate troubleshooting of high-level PLC issues, with development teams and appropriate methodology.
* Prepare training documents for maintenance and production teams, explaining the operation and troubleshooting of complex control systems. Job

Requirements:
Software
* Design and develop software applications based on given requirements and specifications
* Understand client requirements for GUI/communication interface, networking and create specifications based on these requirements
* Troubleshoot issues with already existing systems
* Technical writing including Software Sequence of Operation (SOO)
* Requirement Reviews – Participate in reviews and work with Systems Engineering or Customers to ensure proper implementation of features General
* Comply with the company safety procedures. Live the company culture of integrity and professional competence
* Provide timely and detailed status updates
* Quality – Ensure standards are maintained in a highly regulated, process driven environment Preferred Competences: Minimum Experience/Education

Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related field of study OR the equivalent combination of education and/or years of relevant work experience.
* Minimum of 2 years relevant project experience working with controls and automation equipment related to development, programming, debugging, as well as support and troubleshooting.
* Knowledge of Programming Logic Controllers according to IEC 61131-3 standards or similar.
* Ideally, good knowledge of other programming and scripting languages (C/C++, C#, Javascript, Python, HTML), even academic.
* Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues General Skills/Qualifications:
* MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and general computer literacy
* Knowledge of software version-control systems (Git, GitHub, perforce) is nice to have
* Good English written and oral communication skills
* Must be a self-starter, team player, work well with others and have a positive attitude
* Must be a creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy
* Must have ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
* Sharp, quick, dedicated and innovative problem solver
* Must be organized, detail oriented, and able to think designs through completely #J-18808-Ljbffr