Associate Electrical Software Design Engineer
About The Position
The Associate Electrical Software Design Engineer works in Schaeffler Special Machinery (SMB) in Wooster, Ohio, contributing to manufacturing automation projects by developing and commissioning control software. The role includes coordinating software interfaces with engineers and professionals from other disciplines, developing control software, and designing embedded systems for project implementation. The position involves software development using Siemens TIA Portal and Step7, Fanuc robots, machine vision systems, C+, C#, and Microsoft Office. It also includes hardware integration involving Siemens 1500-series PLCs, servo drive systems, industrial networks such as Profinet, Profibus, and Ethernet, PID controls, and power distribution systems. Travel to customer sites for support may be required, up to 30% depending on business needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer, controls engineering, or a related field.
- Advanced engineering and physics knowledge.
- Strong knowledge of systems integration strategies, concepts, and techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Knowledge and skills in designing custom manufacturing equipment, including assembly, inspection, and process control.
- Knowledge of risk level assessment, codes, and regulations for industrial equipment safety.
- External applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without an employment visa or other sponsorship.
Responsibilities
- Develop and commission control software for manufacturing automation processes.
- Coordinate software interfaces with engineers and professionals from other disciplines.
- Develop control software and design embedded systems for technical project implementation.
- Develop software using Siemens TIA Portal and Step7, Fanuc robots, machine vision systems, C+, C#, and Microsoft Office.
- Integrate hardware including Siemens 1500-series PLCs, servo drive systems, industrial networks, PID controls, and power distribution systems.
- Travel to customer sites to provide service support, up to 30% depending on needs.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 6% company match
- Regular employee appreciation and company events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
