Systems Engineer III

Job#: 3035046

Job Description:
Systems Engineer - Systems Engineer III

Location: Seattle, Washington
Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

A controls engineering team is seeking Controls Engineers to support the development of Controls Systems for complex robotics workcells. These systems are intended for large-scale deployment. The successful candidate will contribute to creating systems that improve throughput, availability, quality, and deployment efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand the operation of complex robotics workcells, including servo drives, industrial networks, safety systems, and host system integration.
• Develop and deploy robotics workcells, applying commissioning best practices and troubleshooting methodologies for integrated systems.
• Own the development of systems and features to improve system throughput, availability, and quality.
• Develop and own system documentation for internal and partner teams.
• Develop and evaluate metrics to assess the performance of machines and systems.
• Perform software development for controls systems.

Required Qualifications

The following are the core requirements for this position.

Experience:

• In-depth knowledge of and experience developing controls systems, including PLC and HMI applications.
• Experience integrating components such as drives, barcode readers, and remote sensors.
• Demonstrated system troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with at least one higher-level language and current software development best practices.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in multiple IEC 61131-3 languages.
• Understanding of basic network troubleshooting, including industrial networks like Ethercat, Ethernet/IP, and ProfibProfinet.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of C, C++, or Java.
• Experience in multi-axis coordinated motion applications.
• Understanding of AWS technologies.
• Experience deploying or managing machines in large-scale, geographically diverse environments.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $64.00/hr to $74.00/hr.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.