Software Engineer, I

Link Engineering Company; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Link Engineering Company in Plymouth, Michigan seeks a Software Engineer to design, implement, document, and support software tools for internal and external applications. You will use environments such as C, C#, .NET, and Delphi to configure and deliver customer projects.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and strong fundamentals across mechanical, electrical and software domains, with preference for ProLINK and CodeLINK experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is required.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical and software fundamentals.
• Experience with ProLINK and CodeLINK is preferred.
• Ability to analyze test data and propose solutions.
• Self-directed with good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, document and support software tools for internal and external apps.
• Work with C, C#, .NET, Delphi environments to configure and implement customer projects.
• Participate in code reviews and follow build/deploy strategies with version control.
• Ensure milestones and timing obligations are met; communicate obstacles early.
• Collaborate with other developers and maintain LINK-owned repositories.
• Adhere to secure software development processes and safety requirements.
• Perform related duties as assigned and align with company values.

Skills

Mechanical fundamentals

Electrical fundamentals

Software fundamentals

ProLINK

CodeLINK

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ProLINK

CodeLINK

MS Office

Job description

Software Engineer – Plymouth, Michigan

Discover your potential. Pursue your passion.

Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, we specialize in developing customized solutions for the Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail, and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, outside of Detroit, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe.

Established in 1935, we have been a family-owned company for generations, we treat our customers and employees as if they are part of our family. We set our employees up for success, as they are given constant opportunities to learn and develop new skills. As many of our team members have been with LINK for a generation or more, the LINK team is equipped with a wealth of knowledge, providing decades of hands‑on experience and out-of-the-box thinking to OEMs and suppliers everywhere.

We are looking for a talented Software Engineer who is responsible for designing, implementing, documenting and supporting software tools, utilities and programs for a range of internal and external applications.

Main Responsibilities:

• Work with our internal software development toolset and environment and use it in combination with other tools and languages to achieve software design goals.
• Use various environments (C, C#, .NET, Delphi, etc.) to contribute the configuration and implementation of customer projects.
• Participate in code reviews and adhere to the build and deploy strategy for assigned software development projects, using the designated version control system and code repository.
• Ensure project milestone features and timing obligations are met.
• Proactively communicate obstacles and new timing projections to supervisor.
• Work cooperatively with other development team members.
• Strictly avoid the use of local or personal repositories ensuring that the latest version of all code is posted to LINK-owned environments and repositories.
• Adhere to secure software development processes and maintain cognizance and reporting of potential security vulnerabilities.
• Ensure work is performed in a safe manner using all available safety equipment.
• All other related duties as assigned.
• Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job.
• Adhere and perform all duties aligned with the core values of the LINK Group organization, Can-Do Attitude, Courage, Commitment, Humility and Accountability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong capability and understanding of mechanical, electrical and software engineering fundamentals.
• Experience with ProLINK and CodeLINK preferred.
• Analysis of test data to determine possible reasons for malfunction.
• Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Demonstrated experience being highly motivated and self-directed.
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well in a Team environment.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Hands‑on problem solving and continuous improvement support.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong independent organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk.
• Ability to speak verbally and read in English.
• Ability to see with corrective lenses.
• Ability to hear.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Able to work evenings and/or weekends as required.
• Able to travel up to 20% domestically.

Hazards:

• Normal hazards related to working in an office environment.
• Normal hazards related to working in a manufacturing and testing environment.
• Normal hazards related to road and air travel.

LINK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VEVRRA Federal Contractor. LINK is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.