Software Engineer (Programmable Logic Controller)

Michael Page; Glenwood (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The Software Engineer will develop, test, and maintain software solutions that support critical operations within the life science industry. This role will focus on creating innovative and efficient technological solutions as part of a collaborative and varied team.

MPI operates in the life science sector and is based in Glenwood, offering a permanent position. The team emphasizes cloud hosting, on-prem integration, and robust monitoring across complex environments.

Qualifications

• Experience developing applications that interface with industrial equipment or machinery using PLC frameworks.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server including data modeling, stored procedures, views and complex queries.
• Hands-on experience with VB.NET and/or C# development.
• Ability to debug and troubleshoot performance issues related to timing and latency.
• Experience deploying and maintaining apps with Git, Octopus Deploy and TeamCity.
• Experience designing/deploying applications on AWS with cloud hosting and on-prem integration.
• Familiarity with Jira and Confluence for work tracking and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain software solutions for critical life science operations.
• Collaborate with a varied team to create innovative and efficient technology.
• Interface with industrial equipment or machinery via PLC frameworks.
• Support deployment, monitoring, and optimization in cloud environments.

Skills

PLC frameworks

MS SQL Server

VB.NET/C#

Git/CI tools

AWS

Jira/Confluence

Performance debugging

Tools

Octopus Deploy

TeamCity

SSIS

Entity Framework

Git

Jira

Confluence

Job description

The Software Engineer will develop, test, and maintain software solutions that support critical operations within the life science industry. This role will focus on creating innovative and efficient technological solutions as part of a collaborative and varied team.

The company operates within the life science industry and is based in Glenwood.

Description

• Experience developing applications that interface with industrial equipment or machinery utilizing PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) frameworks
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server, including:
  • Data modeling and schema design
  • Writing and optimizing stored procedures, views, and complex queries
  • Working with SSIS packages and Entity Framework
• Hands‑on experience developing applications using VB.NET and/or C#
• Proven ability to debug and troubleshoot performance issues, including machine timing and system latency problems
• Experience building, deploying, and maintaining applications using Git, Octopus Deploy, and TeamCity
• Experience designing, deploying, or supporting applications on Amazon Web Services (AWS), including:
  • Cloud‑based application hosting and infrastructure
  • Integration with on‑premise systems and industrial environments
  • Monitoring, logging, and performance optimization in cloud environments
• Familiarity with Agile development tools, including Jira for work tracking and Confluence for documentation

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Software Engineer should have:

• Experience developing applications that interface with industrial equipment or machinery utilizing PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) frameworks
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server, including:
  • Data modeling and schema design
  • Writing and optimizing stored procedures, views, and complex queries
  • Working with SSIS packages and Entity Framework

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $145,000, depending on experience.
• Permanent position within the life science industry.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.