Software & Controls Engineer

Air Liquide•Chanhassen, MN

1d•$100,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Equipment Systems Division (AES) of Air Liquide Electronics is dedicated to providing chemical and specialty gas management equipment solutions. The Software and Controls Engineer will be a key contributor to these shared goals, designing and implementing software and controls systems for this equipment, including blending systems. The role will collaborate with a diverse group of specialists—such as mechanical, electrical, and technicians—to foster and evolve manufacturing systems and develop software solutions for a wide variety of electro-mechanical equipment used in the semiconductor and other industries.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering
5+ years of experience with PLC programming, specifically utilizing Ladder Logic and Structured Text
HMI programming experience
Proven expertise in SCADA communication, such as GE Cimplicity or FactoryTalk View
Strong understanding of Ethernet networks and OPC Servers (e.g., RSLinx, Kepware/IGS)
Strong technical command of Ethernet protocols, TCP/IP networking, and hardware troubleshooting to ensure maximum uptime
Strong foundational knowledge of electrical systems and hardware, including the ability to read, edit, redline, and validate P&IDs, electrical schematics, and other product documentation

Nice To Haves

SCADA Software: GE Cimplicity (Preferable), FactoryTalk View SE
PLC Software: Allen Bradley Studio 5000 / Logix 5000 (Preferable), Emerson (GE) Proficy Machine Edition (Preferable), Siemens TIA Portal
HMI Development: Emerson Proficy Machine Edition (Preferable), Proface
Programming/Coding: Experience with VB/C#

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and customize software for electro-mechanical control systems used in chemical dispense, blending, and distribution systems.
Generate and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, which includes Functional Specifications, IO Matrices, operational procedures, and test procedures.
Works with all disciplines on project teams to meet schedules and project deliverables; includes participation in design and safety re‐views, status updates and process documentation as needed.
Read, interpret, redline, and validate electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
Support manufacturing and supply management teams to develop methods, requirements, and procedures consistent with project goals for manufacturing quality and project costs.