Controls Engineer, Software M/F

HAHN Group GmbH; Hebron (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA options

Critical Illness Insurance

Short-term, Long-term Insurance & Life

401K

Vacation/Sick/Holiday

Job summary

HAHN Automation Group US is seeking an experienced engineer to develop, install, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motion control, robot and vision software per design standards. You will collaborate with project managers and design teams to understand machine function and provide robust software solutions.

The role requires 3–5+ years in electrical or software design, strong safety knowledge, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred.
• 3–5+ years in electrical or software design/engineering.
• Experience in the special machine industry preferred.
• Proficiency in PLC, HMI, robot, motion control, LabVIEW, and machine vision software.
• Knowledge of structured software design principles.
• Ability to follow safety policies including lockout/tagout and electrical/arc flash safety.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex automation systems.
• Ability to evaluate quotations, specs and drawings to identify requirements.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop, install, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motion control, robot, vision software per standards.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and design teams to understand machine function.
• Support Electrical Design Engineering with design reviews and guidance.
• Identify and provide reliable solutions to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Provide customers with technical support.
• Support equipment runoff, debugging, and machine acceptance testing.
• Assist with software validation protocols for safety and performance.
• Share methodologies, tools, standards, and legacy information within the department.
• Mentor less experienced staff and assist in software design development.
• Travel required, potentially domestic and international.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Robot programming

Motion control

LabVIEW

Machine vision

Electrical engineering

Software debugging

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s in Computer Science

Tools

PLC software packages

Robot programming environments

Job description

The principal duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Develop, install, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motion control, robot, vision software solutions consistent with HAHN Automation Group US design standards and customer requirements for all assigned projects
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Mechanical Design, and Electrical Design teams to understand machine function in order to develop appropriate software solutions
• Support the Electrical Design Engineering team by participating in design reviews and providing technical guidance for the overall system from a programming perspective
• Identify and provide reliable solutions for technical issues to ensure complete customer satisfaction through all stages of the process
• Provide customers with technical support
• Support equipment runoff and debug activity as well as machine acceptance testing
• Assist with the development of software validation protocols to confirm the machine control software meets all safety, performance, and technical requirements
• Share with department staff the design methodologies, productivity tools, standards, processes, and legacy information for increased knowledge and experience within the department
• Mentor less experienced design staff and assisting in the development of concepts and software design methodologies for projects
• Travel required, including overnight travel – potentially domestic and international

Requirements

Education: College accreditation with emphasis in engineering or equivalent experience, preferably from within a manufacturing firm—bachelor’s degree with concentration in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science strongly preferred.

Experience: 3-5+ years of electrical or software design and/or engineering experience—experience within the special machine industry preferred.

Additional skills:

• Proficiency in the use and programming of various PLC, HMI, robot, motion control, LabVIEW, and machine vision software applications
• Knowledge of structured software design principals
• Ability to understand and follow all relevant safety policies when working on assigned equipment projects including, but not limited to: lockout/tagout, electrical safety, arc flash safety, and robotic systems safety
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex automation systems, which may involve addressing software bugs, wiring issues, or mechanical problems
• Technically creative with an understanding of equipment functions to provide software solutions in a robust and economical manner
• Ability to evaluate quotations, specifications, and engineering drawings to identify functional requirements and develop machine control software solutions
• Organized and flexible in work functions allowing for dedicated, multitasking, and task interrupted duties
• Analytical and decisive to define, evaluate, and solve problems in an organized process
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with competency in computer and Microsoft Office products
• Ability to collaborate in team environments while maintaining individual duties effectively
• A commitment to integrity, ethical and economical practices, and the organization’s mission
• Flexibility to travel, domestic and international, and work additional hours as needed to meet project requirements

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

As a member of HAHN Automation Group US, applicants must be able to interact safely in a manufacturing environment. This includes:

• Full body mobility with the ability to bend, stoop, climb, and lift or move 25 lbs. of weight
• The ability to walk within restricted areas of the company manufacturing plant
• Professional conduct in regards to hygiene and dress
• The ability to read and prepare business documents as well as conduct business over the telephone in a sometimes-loud environment
• The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The ability to travel to customer, supplier, and/or inter-company sites via vehicle or airplane (both domestic and international)
• Valid driver’s license with driving record of acceptable risk as defined by HAHN Automation Group US’s insurance company
• Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States now and in the future without employment visa sponsorship

Benefits

HAHN Automation Group US, Inc. offers the following benefits options:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Options
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Short-term, Long-term Insurance, & Life Insurance
• 401K
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday

Job location

USA, Hebron, US

Organisation

The HAHN Automation Group is the global solution partner for factory automation. The company stands for industry-specific know-how, an extensive project portfolio, and a global organization with a focus on providing service all from a single source. From manual stations to semi-automated cells and full production lines, 1,800 employees across 22 locations worldwide work on custom solutions. In addition, the digital product portfolio helps manufacturers gain a competitive edge by increasing efficiency and paving the way to a smart factory. Customers in the Automotive, Electronics, and MedTech industries have benefited from our expertise for more than 30 years of providing experience and international innovation.