Contract Software & Controls Engineer II

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.

Santa Rosa (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Chipton‑Ross Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer for a contract opportunity in Santa Rosa, CA. The role focuses on software and control systems for automated manufacturing, with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and documentation responsibilities.

The position requires 1–2 years in PLC tools, electrical controls, schematics reading, and software development for automated equipment, plus a bachelor’s degree. Candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Qualifications

1–2 years with PLC programming tools and control systems
Experience troubleshooting electrical controls and sensors
Ability to read wiring diagrams and control drawings
Experience developing/testing software for automated equipment
Maintaining technical documentation and change control records

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and support software and control systems for automated equipment
Develop and troubleshoot PLC logic, interfaces, sensors, and communications
Support troubleshooting, root-cause investigations, and reliability improvements
Document wiring diagrams, I/O maps, and signal flow; produce as-built docs
Assist with upgrades, hardware/software migrations, testing, and release