Senior Software Controls Engineer

Andrews Cooper; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Andrews Cooper in Oregon is seeking a Senior Software Controls Engineer to design, program, test, and commission PLC and HMI software for custom automation systems. The role involves integrating robots, motion systems, vision sensors, safety devices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams on complex projects; travel up to 20% may be required.

Strong hands-on experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs, Ignition or similar, and C/C++ or Python is preferred, with mentoring responsibilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software or electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of hands-on software controls engineering experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% between locations; reliable transportation required.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship; background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, test, and commission PLC and HMI software for custom automation systems.
• Integrate automation components: robots, motion systems, vision systems, sensors, safety devices.
• Troubleshoot startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance testing.
• Develop control specifications and software documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams; lead controls engineering efforts; mentor engineers.
• Support proposal development, project planning, and customer technical discussions.

Skills

Software controls engineering

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Industrial robotics

Python / C / C# programming

Windows / Linux

VMware / Hyper-V

Education

B.S. in Software or Electrical Engineering

MSEE is a plus

Tools

Rockwell PLCs (Allen-Bradley)

Ignition

FANUC / ABB / Epson / Denso

Industrial networking

Vision systems

Job description

SENIOR SOFTWARE CONTROLS ENGINEER

At Andrews Cooper, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions in the HardTech space, partnering with industry leaders in Consumer Technology, Medical Technology, Clean Technology, and Automation & Robotics. With a mission to solve novel, ambiguous challenges, we help our customers achieve significant differentiation and success in their industries. Our people-first culture is built on the core values of Own It, Help Each Other Win, and Be Cool, creating an environment where engineers can build fulfilling careers while delivering exceptional work.

The Core Values we embody:

• Help Each Other Win—AC values winning as a team over personal recognition. Go out of your way to help a teammate and the team succeed.
• Own It—Don’t wait for someone else to clear the way. Recognize opportunities to improve, and when obstacles arise, join forces to overcome them.
• Be Cool—Be self-awareness, maintain a positive attitude, prioritize emotional intelligence, and maintain composure under pressure.

If you’re passionate about solving complex engineering problems, collaborating with forward-thinking teams, and making an impact in the world of Hardware Technology, Andrews Cooper is the place for you.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. in Software or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent experience in a related field. MSEE is a plus.
• 7+ years of professional hands-on experience in Software Controls Engineering.
• Up to 20% of travel may be required between locations.
• Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required due to the nature of our business and multiple client sites.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience programming industrial automation systems using PLCs, HMIs, and industrial software platforms.
• Proficiency with several of the following:
  • PLCs: Rockwell (Allen-Bradley)
  • HMI/SCADA: Ignition
  • Industrial Robotics: FANUC, ABB, Epson, Denso
  • Motion Control, Vision Systems, and Industrial Networking
• Familiarity with Python, C/C++, C#, or similar programming languages.
• Experience with Windows, Linux, and virtual machine environments (VMware, Hyper-V, VirtualBox).
• Experience commissioning and troubleshooting automated equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, program, test, and commission PLC and HMI software for custom automation systems.
• Integrate automation components including robots, motion systems, vision systems, sensors, and safety devices.
• Troubleshoot and support machine startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance testing.
• Develop technical documentation including control specifications and software documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver complete automation solutions.
• Lead controls engineering efforts on complex projects.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical direction.
• Support proposal development, project planning, and customer technical discussions.

Why join the Andrews Cooper team? This is a full-time position with compensation, benefits, and work positives, including: