Software Engineer (C++ Programmer for Arduino)

United States Digital Space LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a driven Software Engineer to develop software that operates automated welding machines in a fast-paced environment. You will define hardware/software requirements, integrate automation equipment, and collaborate with vendors.

The role includes training engineers and ensuring safe operation of machinery. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of software development, C++ production coding, PLC/HMI experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math or STEM discipline.
• 3+ years of software development experience.
• Experience with PLC programming and HMI development.
• Experience with writing production code in C++.
• Experience with motion control systems (servos, linear motors, etc.).
• Experience with precision non-contact sensors, proximity sensors, etc.
• Must be available 40+ hours per week.
• Must be able to work well and safely without close supervision.
• Outstanding leadership skills with focus on safety.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and measuring devices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop the core software operating our machines.
• Establish equipment requirements and metrics based on device performance goals and production cost targets.
• Build, upgrade, retrofit, and integrate various automation equipment.
• Work with vendors for design, review, and implementation of new equipment.
• Document machine equipment code and implement new features or functions as necessary.
• Train engineers, technicians and operators on the use of automated equipment and supervise tool handoff from implementation to R&D to production.
• Define system hazards and engineering controls and ensure safe operation of automated equipment.
• Manage data collection and report experimental results.
• Interface with, troubleshoot, and update existing R&D equipment.
• Create reliable and well documented software and hardware that can be safely used by operator and technician level workers.

Skills

Software development

PLC programming

HMI development

C++ production code

Motion control systems

Sensors

Leadership & safety

Tools & measurement

Communication skills

Availability 40+ hrs/week

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

PLC programming environments

HMI development tools

Job description

QR Code Link to This PostWe are a 35 year old machine shop and we started an additional company in 2017 that manufactures automated welding machines and now things are booming. We are looking for a Software Engineer who is driven and adaptable with experience developing software in a fast paced environment.

Basic Job Functions:

• Develop the core software operating our machines

• Establish equipment requirements and metrics based on device performance goals and production cost targets.

• Build, upgrade, retrofit, and integrate various automation equipment

• Work with vendors for design, review, and implementation of new equipment.

• Document machine equipment code and implement new features or functions as necessary

• Train engineers, technicians and operators on the use of automated equipment and supervise tool handoff from implementation to R&D to production

• Define system hazards and engineering controls and work with company personnel to ensure safe operation of automated equipment

• Manage data collection and analysis and report experimental results

• Interface with, troubleshoot, and update existing R&D equipment

• Create reliable and well documented software and hardware that can be safely used by operator and technician level workers

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in computer science, engineering, math or STEM discipline

• 3+ years of software development experience

• Experience developing PLC programs and logic for equipment as well as HMI development

• Experience with writing production code in C++

• Experience with motion control systems (servos, linear motors, etc.)

• Experience with precision non-contact sensors, proximity sensors, etc

• Must be available 40+ hours per week

• Must be able to work well and safely without close supervision.

• Outstanding leadership skills with focus on safety

• Ability to use basic hand tools and measuring devices

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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