Associate Software Controls Engineer

Finch; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 76,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k retirement plan with employer 3%

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Andrews Cooper is seeking an Associate Software Controls Engineer to design and implement automated systems for HardTech projects. The role involves working with multidisciplinary teams across consumer, medical, clean tech, and automation sectors.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of hands-on software controls experience, travels up to 20% to support multiple client sites, and possesses strong programming in LabVIEW and C/C++ among other languages.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Software or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent experience in a related field. MSEE is a plus.
• 1-3 years of professional hands-on Software Controls Engineering designing complex automated systems.
• Up to 20% travel may be required between locations.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and integrate off-the-shelf components including controllers, pneumatics, fluidics, robots, vision systems, motion systems, sensors, part handling systems, safety systems, and conveyors.
• Validate solutions through engineering analysis and calculations.
• Power up and troubleshoot automation systems during startup phases.
• Provide design directions and lead multiple engineers in projects.
• Assist in proposal writing with design concepts, labor/material estimates, and scheduling.
• Develop and maintain software project planning docs including machine control specs and state diagrams.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Java

Education

B.S. in Software or Electrical Engineering

M.S.E.E. is a plus

Tools

LabVIEW

VB/VBA

C#

Rockwell/Siemens/Codesys

Job description

ASSOCIATE SOFTWARE CONTROLS ENGINEER

At Andrews Cooper, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions in the HardTech space, partnering with industry leaders in Consumer Technology, Medical Technology, Clean Technology, and Automation & Robotics. With a mission to solve novel, ambiguous challenges, we help our customers achieve significant differentiation and success in their industries. Our people-first culture is built on the core values of Own It, Help Each Other Win, and Be Cool, creating an environment where engineers can build fulfilling careers while delivering exceptional work.

The Core Values we embody:

• Help Each Other Win—AC values winning as a team over personal recognition. Go out of your way to help a teammate and the team succeed.
• Own It—Don’t wait for someone else to clear the way. Recognize opportunities to improve, and when obstacles arise, join forces to overcome them.
• Be Cool—Be self-aware, maintain a positive attitude, prioritize emotional intelligence, and maintain composure under pressure.

If you’re passionate about solving complex engineering problems, collaborating with forward-thinking teams, and making an impact in the world of Hardware Technology, Andrews Cooper is the place for you.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. in Software or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent experience in a related field. MSEE is a plus.
• 1-3 years of professional hands-on Software Controls Engineering designing complex automated systems.
• Up to 20% of travel may be required between locations.
• Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required due to the nature of our business and multiple client sites.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Programming, using a wide variety of languages and platforms such as LabVIEW, Python, VBA, VB, C (C, C++, C#), Java.
• Possesses a high level of proficiency and expertise in several of these environments:
  • HMI – Rockwell, Siemens, Codesys (Beckhoff, B&R, Bosch). Maple Systems, Wonderware, Inductive Automation Ignition.
  • Industrial Robotics – Fanuc, Epson, Denso, ABB.
  • CAD – AutoCAD Electrical, Solidworks Electrical, EPLAN.
• Familiarity with Virtual Machines, Linux, embedded systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and integrate off-the-shelf components including controllers, pneumatics, fluidics, robots, vision systems, motion systems, sensors, part handling systems, safety systems, and conveyors.
• Validate solutions through engineering analysis and calculations.
• Power up and troubleshoot automation systems during startup phases.
• Ability to provide design directions and lead multiple engineers in projects.
• Assist in proposal writing by providing design concepts, labor and material estimates, and scheduling.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive software project planning documentation including detailed machine control specifications, state machine diagrams and task register for tracking and managing project software activities.

Why join the Andrews Cooper team? This is a full-time position with compensation, benefits, and work positives, including:

• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), employee assistance programs (EAP), and dependent savings accounts (DSA).
• Paid leave for maternity and paternity for birth or adoption.
• Generous PTO for vacation, sick, community service, and 8 paid holidays.
• In-office snacks, coffee, and sponsored lunches.
• 401k retirement plan with 3% employer contribution.
• Access to hands-on mentorship to advance professional skills and an educational reimbursement.

The salary range for this position is based on national rates. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Base Salary: $76,000.00 - $120,000.00. Andrews Cooper is an equal-opportunity employer.