Computer Software Engineering Co-op

Novanta Inc.; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Novanta Inc. is recruiting for a software-focused role within the Robotics & Automation business unit. The position involves designing, implementing, and testing software used to calibrate and test industrial robot tooling, with Windows-based .NET applications and some firmware work.

The ideal candidate will have object-oriented programming skills, familiarity with C/C++, and a basic understanding of digital electronics. A GPA of 3.5+ is expected, along with US work authorization.

Qualifications

• Understanding of object oriented programming (experience with .NET languages is a plus).
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn basic concepts of digital electronic hardware.
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Min. GPA: 3.5
• Must be a US citizen or green card holder and have dependable transportation.
• Management prefers: Good understanding of TCP/IP networking concepts, such as subnet masking and MAC addresses vs. IP addresses.
• Basic experience with Assembly language.
• Basic experience with C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Designing, writing, and testing software that is used to calibrate and test industrial robot tooling.
• Develop test plans and procedures
• Write test instructions.
• Windows software is written in .NET languages (C#, Visual Basic, etc.).
• May involve some assembly and C programming for microcontroller firmware.

Skills

Object-oriented programming

.NET languages (C#, Visual Basic)

C/C++

Assembly language

TCP/IP networking

Digital electronics concepts

Communication skills

US work eligibility

Education

GPA 3.5 minimum

Job description

Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission‑critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia‑Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.

This position is part of Novanta's Robotics & Automation business unit. Robotics & Automation's ATI brand name is the world’s leading developer of robotic end of arm technologies. ATI end-effectors enhance productivity and flexibility of robotic and automated solutions across a wide spectrum of industries through capabilities such as automatic tool changing, force‑torque sensing, material removal, and more. Since 1989, their commitment to engineering excellence, superior quality, and customer-focused support drives them to innovate and continuously improve the most reliable automated solutions available.

Primary Responsibilities

• Designing, writing, and testing software that is used to calibrate and test industrial robot tooling.
• Develop test plans and procedures
• Write test instructions.
• Windows software is written in .NET languages (C#, Visual Basic, etc.).
• May involve some assembly and C programming for microcontroller firmware.

Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies

• Understanding of object oriented programming (experience with .NET languages is a plus).
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn basic concepts of digital electronic hardware.
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Min. GPA: 3.5
• Must be a US citizen or green card holder and have dependable transportation.
• Management prefers: Good understanding of TCP/IP networking concepts, such as subnet masking and MAC addresses vs. IP addresses.
• Basic experience with Assembly language.
• Basic experience with C/C++.

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

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Solving complex challenges, delivering innovations that matter! Novanta is a leading global supplier of core technology solutions that give medical, life science, and advanced industrial original equipment manufacturers a competitive advantage. We combine deep proprietary expertise and competencies in precision medicine, precision manufacturing, robotics and automation, and advanced surgery with a proven ability to solve complex technical challenges. This enables Novanta to engineer proprietary technology solutions that deliver extreme precision and performance, tailored to our customers' demanding applications. The driving force behind our growth is the team of innovative professionals who share a commitment to innovation, the Novanta Growth System, and our customers’ success. Novanta’s common shares are quoted on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "NOVT".