Remote Controls Software Engineer - Industrial Automation

ASTEC; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec is seeking a skilled Electrical/Software Engineer to join our remote-ready team. You will design and implement embedded software for control systems used in heavy construction equipment, with a focus on reliability and ease of use.

The role requires working across cross-functional teams, performing unit and integration testing, and contributing to documentation and field support. Travel up to 30% and a strong background in C/C++, structured text, and CodeSys are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in design and development of industrial or mobile equipment control software.
• Experience with embedded systems development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use structured systems engineering approach for software development to control heavy construction equipment.
• Develop and test controller/PLC and HMI software per design specifications.
• Contribute to product documentation and troubleshooting guides.
• Lead cross-functional software and HMI design reviews.
• Assist customers to resolve function and application issues.

Skills

C/C++

Structured Text

CAN/Ethernet

Sensor Data Acquisition

Valve/Motor Control

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

HMI Programming

Software Debugging

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical / Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

CodeSys

Ladder Logic

Job description

Astec is seeking a skilled Electrical/Software Engineer to join our remote-ready team. You will design and implement embedded software for control systems used in heavy construction equipment, with a focus on reliability and ease of use.

The role requires working across cross-functional teams, performing unit and integration testing, and contributing to documentation and field support. Travel up to 30% and a strong background in C/C++, structured text, and CodeSys are highly valued.