Software Engineer

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 the home for passionate people who innovate, collaborate and love what they do. Entrepreneurial spirit is our joint DNA. We develop future technologies and support talents to deploy their skills and reach their full potential. We combine our strong heritage with our understanding for local specifics and a global mindset to bring people together and create valuable solutions for our customers. We aim for being the first to do the right thing at the right time.

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Your role in our team

• You will be responsible for developing a machine user interface (UI) to control packaging machinery, within a given timeframe, that meets the customer’s specifications using creativity and innovation.
• You will design machine user interfaces (UI) using AlphaGate A-VIS visualization software
• You will configure communication with the machine PLC and plant-level software applications
• You will customize the operator interface application to meet specific customer needs
• You will debug and prepare the user interface for factory acceptance testing (FAT)
• You will communicate and interact with customers in a positive and professional manner
• You will provide suggestions for design improvements or changes during all phases of machine design
• You will integrate third party equipment into the machine and UI functions
• You will work with the automation programmer to troubleshoot any program errors
• You will review the operating manuals prepared by the technical writer to ensure accuracy and reduce service calls
• You will travel to customers’ plant or provides remote service and support of equipment

Your profile

• 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 such as reckless driving or Driving Under the Influence (DUI/DWI) 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

Your Benefits

• You will work in a modern work environment with open culture towards improvements and new ideas.
• You are part of a global operating company with a wide customer basis and a growing business.
• You profit from international cooperation within group-expert network to implement corporate wide concepts.
• You will work in a team who is focusing or exceeding customer requirements.
• You will receive an attractive compensation package including health, dental, vision insurance and retirement plan.

Can you find yourself in this profile?

Then you are right at Körber. We are looking forward to getting to know you!

Equal employer opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity to all applicants. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial, and/or local law.

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience, please contact us via [e-mail].

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applicants - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity, and any other protected status.

If you have any questions or technical problems, please send us an e-mail to [e-mail]. Nichole Schally is the responsible person for this job advertisement.

At Körber, we think long term and pursue objectives that apply across all of our business areas. In line with our vision of “Market Leadership through Technology Leadership,” we have defined our “Life 2035” goals for the next decade to ensure that Körber becomes the leading partner in our industries—Life Science, Supply Chain, and High-Tech Manufacturing—by 2035.Life 2035 is built on four pillars that define how we embrace our shaping role: Leadership, Innovation, Findependence, and Empowerment. Sustainably profitable growth and financial independence form the foundation for achieving our ambitious financial targets for the next decade. By 2035, we aim to achieve global revenues of €10 billion. You can find more at https://www.koerber.com/en/about-us/what-drives-us