Controls & Software Engineer, Specialist

Flowserve Corporation; Town of Bethlehem (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve Corporation seeks an experienced Controls & Software Engineer Specialist to lead design, development, and deployment of advanced control systems for engineered industrial products and automation equipment. You will mentor teams and collaborate with customers worldwide across multiple locations.

The ideal candidate has a strong industrial automation background, PLC programming, and systems integration experience, with proven leadership of global projects and multi‑discipline teams.

Qualifications

• BS in electrical/controls/computer engineering or related field; 10+ years in controls engineering or automation.
• Experience leading engineering teams and global projects; strong cross‑functional collaboration.
• Proven ability to communicate complex concepts to customers and stakeholders.
• Extensive PLC programming experience on Rockwell, Siemens, Beckhoff, or Schneider platforms.
• Hands-on with HMI/SCADA and industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, OPC-UA).
• Proficient in C/C++, C#, Python, LabVIEW, or MATLAB; strong troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for controls and software initiatives across projects.
• Mentor engineers, establish best practices, and drive design reviews.
• Develop control system architectures and software for industrial equipment.
• Lead customer discussions to define requirements and tailored solutions.
• Coordinate global teams to ensure on‑time, within‑scope execution.
• Support product testing, commissioning, installation, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Controls Engineering

Industrial Automation

Software Development

Project Leadership

Global Collaboration

Customer Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Beckhoff

Schneider Electric

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Controls & Software Engineer Specialist to lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced control systems and software solutions supporting engineered industrial products and automation systems. This role serves as a technical leader responsible for developing innovative controls architectures, mentoring engineering teams, and collaborating with customers and stakeholders across domestic and international locations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial automation, software development, PLC programming, and systems integration, coupled with proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex global projects. This individual will serve as a key technical resource for customers, manufacturing operations, and cross-functional engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical leadership for controls and software engineering initiatives across multiple projects.
• Mentor and develop engineers while establishing engineering best practices and technical standards.
• Lead design reviews, problem-solving activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive innovation and technology adoption within automation, controls, and software development.

Controls & Software Development

• Design and develop control system architectures for industrial equipment and machinery.
• Develop, program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, SCADA, and motion control systems.
• Create software applications, interfaces, diagnostics, and monitoring solutions for industrial equipment.
• Develop control algorithms and automation strategies to improve product performance and reliability.
• Integrate sensors, instrumentation, drives, actuators, and communication networks into complete system solutions.

Project & Customer Support

• Lead technical discussions with customers to define requirements and develop customized solutions.
• Support product development activities from concept through deployment and field implementation.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Test, and Systems Engineering teams.
• Coordinate engineering efforts with global teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide technical support during product testing, commissioning, installation, and troubleshooting.

Global Collaboration

• Serve as a primary technical interface for domestic and international engineering teams.
• Collaborate with global customers, suppliers, manufacturing facilities, and business partners.
• Support global product development and standardization initiatives.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required to support customer needs and project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, software development, or systems engineering.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams, technical projects, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with domestic and international teams, customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Strong customer-facing experience with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Extensive experience with PLC programming platforms such as:
  • Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
  • Siemens
  • Beckhoff
  • Schneider Electric
• Experience with HMI, SCADA, and industrial communication networks including:
  • EtherNet/IP
  • Profinet
  • Modbus
  • OPC-UA
• Strong software development experience using one or more of the following:
  • C/C++
  • C#
  • Python
  • LabVIEW
  • MATLAB
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience with rotating equipment, pumps, compressors, seals, bearings, or other engineered industrial products.
• Experience in industries such as:
  • Oil & Gas
  • Chemical Processing
  • Power Generation
  • Industrial Manufacturing
  • Aerospace
  • Industrial Automation
• Knowledge of machine safety and functional safety standards.
• Experience with Industrial IoT (IIoT), predictive maintenance, and digital transformation initiatives.
• PMP certification or demonstrated project leadership experience.

Leadership Competencies

• Proven leader capable of influencing without direct authority.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead global engineering teams across multiple sites.
• Demonstrated success driving projects from concept through implementation.
• Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong business acumen and customer-focused approach.