Software Automation Engineer I

Elbit America, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

Elbit America, Inc. is recruiting a Software Automations Engineer I in Roanoke, Virginia to join a team of automation and process engineers.

You will translate process control concepts into machinery, interface software with hardware, and design new program-controlled processes for manufacturing needs. The role covers the full software development life cycle, including specification, design, programming, integration, and debugging, with opportunities to apply skills to robotics, machine vision,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/BSEE or related major.
• Proficiency with Visual Studio, SQL Server, MS Office and Windows.
• Experience with relational databases and SQL.
• Strong knowledge of design patterns, multithreading, and distributed systems.
• Experience in OO analysis and design using common design patterns.
• Understanding of software for control of electronics and interfaced systems.
• Knowledge of industrial networking.
• Versatile programming skills.
• Experience with source-control systems like Git, TFS, SVN, etc.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Document project requests to create statements of work, use cases, and related documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve system quality, efficiency, and robustness.
• Write clean, well-tested code with effective error handling.
• Create test plans and ensure quality using industry best practices such as unit and regression testing.
• Develop proofs of concept for new and innovative solutions.
• Enable data movement between equipment and databases.
• Break down large, complex technical projects into defined stages and deliverables.
• Work across multiple software and hardware platforms.

Skills

Multithreading

Distributed systems

OOAD & patterns

Relational databases

Source control

Industrial networking

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/BSEE or related major

Tools

Visual Studio

SQL Server

MS Office

Windows

Job description

Software Automations Engineer I

The Software Automations Engineer works with a team of automation engineers and process engineers to translate process control concepts into machinery, support and modify software interfacing with hardware on existing equipment, and design new program‑controlled processes to meet manufacturing requirements. Basic electronics knowledge and familiarity with industrial protocols and interface techniques are applied to the developed programming solutions.

Job Summary

This role participates in the full software development life cycle, including specification, design, programming, implementation, integration, commissioning, and debugging. The position offers opportunities to apply program design to robotics, electronics, machine vision, analog and digital signal applications, data systems, and mechatronics. Software development experience should include proficiency in various computer languages to address programming objectives related to automated process control, test/measurement, and data integration. Programs are created to connect construction and testing processes to test equipment, data collection systems, analog and digital control points, machine vision systems, motion control, and other specialized peripherals.

Responsibilities

• Document project requests to create statements of work, use cases, and related documentation
• Identify opportunities to improve system quality, efficiency, and robustness
• Write clean, well‑tested code with effective error handling
• Create test plans and ensure quality using industry best practices such as unit and regression testing
• Develop proofs of concept for new and innovative solutions
• Enable data movement between equipment and databases
• Break down large, complex technical projects into defined stages and deliverables
• Work across multiple software and hardware platforms

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science (BSCS), Computer Engineering (BSCE), Electrical Engineering (BSEE), or a major in computer programming/engineering with a minor in electrical engineering
• Proficiency with Visual Studio, SQL Server, MS Office, and Windows
• Experience with relational databases and SQL
• Ability to produce and maintain high‑quality, tested, and efficient code following industry standards
• Strong understanding of design patterns, multithreading, and distributed systems
• Experience in object‑oriented analysis and design using common design patterns
• Practical understanding and motivation to apply software programming skills to control electronic components and interfaced systems
• Knowledge of industrial networking
• Versatile programming skills
• Strong troubleshooting and investigative skills for equipment, process, and data modificationsExperience with source‑code version control systems such as GIT, TFS, SourceSafe, Subversion, etc.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance is required

Why Roanoke, Virginia?

• Lower cost of living
• Family-friendly area
• Career and economic growth
• Scenic beauty
• Outdoor enthusiast's dream

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The salary range listed for this position reflects the anticipated base pay range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation may vary in different locations based on market conditions and cost-of-labor considerations.