Industrial UI Engineer for Packaging Machinery

Körber Pharma; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Körber is seeking a software-focused engineer to develop and customize machine UIs for packaging equipment. You will implement Interfaces with AlphaGate A-VIS, ensure seamless PLC and plant software integration, and tailor operator tools to client specifications.

The role requires hands-on UI design, debugging, and collaboration with customers and the automation team. Occasional travel is expected to support FAT and field deployments.

Qualifications

• You have a B.S. degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent required
• You have experience in programming operator or user interfaces
• You have experience in manufacturing environment
• You are proficient in design patterns, MVC architecture, and strong debugging skills
• You have strong knowledge and experience in Java, Swing UI, and Apache Ant is preferred
• You are familiar with Git Version Control, Jira, NetBeans IDE tools is a plus
• You have computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• You can demonstrate a brilliant imagination
• You are capable of developing new concepts and standards
• You are able to think ahead and plan over a 3-month to 6-month time span
• You have a valid driver’s license and a record clear of poor violation convictions within the past three years or two or more at fault accidents within the past three years
• You are able to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the year

Responsibilities

• Develop a machine UI to control packaging machinery within a given timeframe meeting customer specs
• Design UIs using AlphaGate A-VIS visualization software
• Configure communication with PLC and plant software applications
• Customize operator interface to meet customer needs
• Debug and prepare UI for FAT
• Interact with customers professionally
• Suggest design improvements during all machine design phases
• Integrate third party equipment into the machine and UI functions
• Collaborate with automation programmer to troubleshoot program errors
• Review operating manuals to ensure accuracy and reduce service calls
• Travel to customer sites or provide remote service up to 10% of the year

Skills

Java

Swing UI

MVC architecture

Design patterns

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Git Version Control

Jira

NetBeans IDE

Apache Ant

Job description

Körber is seeking a software-focused engineer to develop and customize machine UIs for packaging equipment. You will implement Interfaces with AlphaGate A-VIS, ensure seamless PLC and plant software integration, and tailor operator tools to client specifications.

The role requires hands-on UI design, debugging, and collaboration with customers and the automation team. Occasional travel is expected to support FAT and field deployments.