As Software Development Manager, you will be responsible for the software development of conveyor and sortation systems. This position is focused on implementing site-based controls for new equipment within new or existing customer systems. You will manage, develop, educate, and guide a team of SCADA and PLC development engineers. To support the project scope and schedule, this position will work with other members of the Operations and Controls engineering groups. This position will help in managing a repository of applications and be responsible for designing and implementing software solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to identify requirements and translate them into software designs, ensuring that the resulting solution is scalable, secure, and efficient.
Roles and Responsibilities:Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and software designs. Develop and maintain a software architecture that meets scalability, performance, and security requirements. Ensure that software designs are in compliance with enterprise architecture standards and best practices. Identify and mitigate technical risks, and ensure that the solutions are scalable, maintainable, and cost-effective. Work and manage the PLC and SCADA development teams to provide technical guidance and mentoring and ensure that designs are being implemented correctly. Participate in code and design reviews to ensure that the solution meets the requirements and adheres to the established standards. Provide technical support to end-users and resolve technical issues as needed. Keep up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, and evaluate their potential impact on the solution. Write and implement machine code, integrate subsystems, and assist the commissioning team with all on-site commissioning efforts. Utilize “Human Machine Interface” (HMI) using commercially available products including but not limited to: Aveva, Ignition, Wonderware, , Indosoft, Kepware, FactoryTalk View and RSView. Implement PLC and HMI programs to satisfy current design and customer specifications .Individually or as a team work with the commissioning team to commission complex automated systems, provide site engineering support, and complete system acceptance testing as needed.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (Master`s degree a plus) in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.8-10 years of experience with software development which includes: PLC programming (Rockwell Software preferred, Schnider, Siemens software a plus)HMI Programming (Ignition, FactoryTalk View preferred, Aveva, Indosoft a plus)Has the technical expertise and heavy knowledge in sortation logic. Input and output device design and implementation. Industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, Devicenet, Profinet, etc.)Experience with Rockwell and Schneider VFDs (Siemens, Lenze VFDs a plus) Experience with Microsoft 365 - Office Apps. In-depth knowledge of software design principles, patterns, and best practices. Experience in developing scalable, high-performance, and secure software systems. Strong knowledge of database technologies and their integration with software systemsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and proactively. Experience in agile software development methodologiesMust be self-motivated, self-aware, detail-oriented, and results-focused. Ability to schedule, manage, and execute basic system implementations, enhancements, and retrofits. Experience working with a variety of software development technologies, such as Java, .NET, Python, and JavaScript are preferred but not required. Familiarity with technologies related to data analytics and machine learning is a plus.
United States
