Controls Software Engineer (Remote)

RTX•Grand Rapids, MI

28d•$82,000 - $164,000•Remote

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? What You Will Do: The positions primary focus is the creation and validation of a centrally operational technology, controls hardware & software specification for all of Pratt and Whitney to utilize. After creation, this role will be to ensure compliance with all Pratt and Whitney sites as well as machine and system suppliers. The position will also create and implement standard deliverables and buy off procedures generated as part of the control’s specification and in alignment with all company and project automation goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent demonstrated experience in Industrial electrical engineering, Computer/ Software engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing or related discipline and/or 5+ years of experience in automated systems specifically in manufacturing environments
US Citizen due to program requirements
The ability to obtain a US Government Secret Clearance
Up to 50% travel required.

Nice To Haves

Studio 5000 Logix designer, Siemens TIA Portal, Ignition!, Factory Talk, RS Networks, AutoCAD, Eplan and MS Office Suite
Strong communication, collaboration and team building skills; ability to connect with all levels of the organization
Candidate should be self-starter and able to work with minimal direction
Extensive experience with controls hardware design utilizing a broad range of components and architectures
Extensive experience troubleshooting different component manufactures and applications
Understanding of how SQL databases are constructed
Extensive experience with software development and Ignition! protocols
Understanding of OPC UA interfaces
Experience with system software / PLC code development, HMI development

Responsibilities

Create and assist in the execution of standard as related to controls software. This includes:
PLC code standardization
Software Defined Network (SDN) requirements and standardization
Optimal software requirement list per application including supplier selection
Firewall rule implementation
Data collection and user interfaces
Database recommendations and formatting
Standard data collection templates that can be easily replicated
Data/Communication driver creation and maintenance
Performance board and HMI screen standardization
Standard engineering procedures and documentation
Standard best practices, integration procedures and documentation
Maintenance procedures including rev level standardization
Training module creation and proficiency level definitions
Works to influence parties within and outside of department at an operational level regarding policies, practices and procedures.
Assist as resource in the capital procurement process
Provide an expert level of understanding of controls standards and execution to all levels of the organization.
Provide input on database structures
Communicate with business partners both local, remote, internally, and externally
Applying expertise to technical problem resolution for current and future projects.
Meeting all Environmental Health & Safety and Preventative Maintenance requirements associated with manufacturing development.