Controls Software Engineer – Pharma Automation & Travel

Sterling Engineering Inc.; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering Inc. is seeking a Control Systems Software Engineer to deliver programming and commissioning support for North America, primarily Indiana. The role covers Siemens and Rockwell PLC/HMI, PCs, and controls software with 30% travel.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Automation or related field and 3+ years of controls experience. You'll participate in FAT/IQ/OQ/PQ, contribute to project documentation, and ensure compliance with internal and international standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Automation, Computer Science, Electrical, or Electronics.
• 3+ years in controls engineering software.
• PLC knowledge: Siemens (TIA Portal, Step7), Rockwell, B&R.
• SCADA/HMI: Siemens WinCC, Movicon, Rockwell, B&R.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and certification processes.
• Strong teamwork, time management, and project coordination.
• Fluent in English; Italian is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop software per project specifications.
• Participate in SAT, IQ/OQ, and PQ for new installations.
• Support Radiopharma, Pharma, and Cell & Gene Therapy (ATMP) projects.
• Draft and maintain project documentation.
• Monitor project objectives and team performance.
• Contribute to network architecture and component selection.
• Conduct testing, FAT, and on-site commissioning.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Project coordination

English proficiency

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Computer Science, Electrical, or Electronics

Tools

Siemens WinCC

Movicon

Rockwell

B&R

TIA Portal

Step7

Job description

Sterling Engineering Inc. is seeking a Control Systems Software Engineer to deliver programming and commissioning support for North America, primarily Indiana. The role covers Siemens and Rockwell PLC/HMI, PCs, and controls software with 30% travel.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Automation or related field and 3+ years of controls experience. You'll participate in FAT/IQ/OQ/PQ, contribute to project documentation, and ensure compliance with internal and international standards.