Industrial Automation Software Engineer — On-Site

Jamesltaylor; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jamesltaylor in Poughkeepsie, NY is seeking a full-time Software Developer to blend industrial control software with optimization and internal tools. You will develop for automated woodworking equipment and support ERP/CRM apps, while collaborating with engineering teams and assisting customers during visits when needed.

Ideal candidates have solid OO design, strong debugging skills, and an eagerness to own projects end-to-end in a modern on-site factory setting with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Solid programming fundamentals and object-oriented design skills.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities.
• Experience with software testing and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and own projects.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn unfamiliar systems.
• Basic electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge is a plus.
• Open to early-career developers or new grads.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software for automated woodworking equipment.
• Maintain internal manufacturing (ERP) and sales (CRM) applications.
• Assist field teams and implement customer feature requests.
• Support existing machinery installations.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers on product development.
• Participate in customer visits for installation or troubleshooting (optional).
• Contribute ideas across the product line with initiative.
• Work Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with some flexibility.
• On-site role with a self-driven work culture and potential travel up to 25%.

Skills

OOP design

Problem-solving

Testing & docs

Ownership

Curiosity

Electr/Mech bonus

Entry-level friendly

Job description

Jamesltaylor in Poughkeepsie, NY is seeking a full-time Software Developer to blend industrial control software with optimization and internal tools. You will develop for automated woodworking equipment and support ERP/CRM apps, while collaborating with engineering teams and assisting customers during visits when needed.

Ideal candidates have solid OO design, strong debugging skills, and an eagerness to own projects end-to-end in a modern on-site factory setting with occasional travel.