Senior PLC Software Engineer – Rockwell/ST Onsite

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to campus fitness facilities

Childcare support

Paid parental leave

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Software Engineering Institute at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh is seeking a PLC Software Development Engineer. This full-time role involves designing and testing automation systems that are critical to national security. Candidates should have significant experience with PLC programming, particularly using Structured Text, and a strong understanding of industrial control systems.

This position offers opportunities for professional development and access to campus resources. Join a leading team to address complex government challenges while being part of a vibrant academic community.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with PLC software development.
• Proficient in communication protocols like Ethernet/IP.
• Willing to travel 25% for work-related activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain PLC programs focusing on Structured Text.
• Collaborate to define control system requirements.
• Support system commissioning and upgrades.

Skills

Hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation PLCs

Proficient in IEC 61131-3 Structured Text

Strong understanding of industrial control systems

Experience with Git and SVN

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

BS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with 10 years experience

MS with 8 years experience

PhD with 5 years experience

Tools

Git

Jira

Windows OS

Job description

The Software Engineering Institute at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh is seeking a PLC Software Development Engineer. This full-time role involves designing and testing automation systems that are critical to national security. Candidates should have significant experience with PLC programming, particularly using Structured Text, and a strong understanding of industrial control systems.

This position offers opportunities for professional development and access to campus resources. Join a leading team to address complex government challenges while being part of a vibrant academic community.