PLC Software Engineer

  • Redford Charter Township, MI
  • Posted 15 days ago | Updated 7 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming
NIST SP 800 Series
Distributed control system
Management information systems
Manufacturing engineering
Control system
C#
Web applications
HTML5
Ladder logic
Data acquisition
Data collection
Machine Learning (ML)
Sequence diagrams
Design documentation
Systems architecture
Continuous integration
Continuous delivery
Programming languages
Scrum
User stories
Computer science
Computer engineering
IT service management
Programmable logic controller
Manufacturing
Management
Visualization
Software development
Testing
ICS
JavaScript
Java
Swift
Cascading style sheets
Design
Automation
Siemens
Ethernet
IP
OPC
Modbus
MQTT
Communication
Interfaces
Docker
Linux
National Institute of Standards and Technology
CSF
NERC
Supervision
SCADA
HMI
Cyber security
Agile
Artificial intelligence
Planning
UML
Computer networking
Editing
Documentation
Switches
English
JIRA
Welding
Assembly
Oracle Application Express
SAP BASIS
Law
Innovation
Collaboration
Training
Recruiting

Job Details

Job#: 2027354

Job Description:

Position Description:
The Digital Manufacturing Systems organization within Global Manufacturing Engineering has an opportunity for a self-directed Software Engineer to develop software and visualization solutions supporting future manufacturing deployments. You will be part of a small team of engineers designing, coding, testing and deploying software used to communicate with and provide web-based visualization to Industrial Devices such as IEC-61131 compliant Programmable Logic Controllers. Industrial Control Systems (ICS) / Operational Technology (OT) experience is a plus
Skills Required:
  • Development experience using Object-Oriented programming languages (JavaScript, Java, C#, Swift, etc.)
  • Web application code development experience (HTML5, CSS, etc.)
  • IEC-61131 programming language experience with emphasis on Structured Text
  • Ability to independently design, develop and implement PLC Ladder Logic with Rockwell Automation or Siemens Software.
  • Fundamental understanding of Industrial and software protocols and interoperability; CIP, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA, MODBUS, MQTT, Modbus
  • Experience with communication interfaces to PLCs (OPC UA, MQTT, ModbTCP)
  • Well-versed in Docker/containerization and Linux
  • Familiarity and understanding of standards and frameworks such as ISA 62243, IEC 27001, NIST SP 800, NIST CSF, and/or NERC CIP
  • Fundamental understanding of operational technologies such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software, RTUs, HMI and Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
  • Fundamental understanding of the Purdue Reference Model for Industrial Control System (ICS) cybersecurity
  • Self-directed, eager to take responsibility and excited for new challenges.
  • Ability to deliver on commitments made within an Agile development cycle

Skills Preferred:
  • Knowledge of Mfg 4.0 (Industry 4.0) key principles - data collection, AI, machine learning, and IIoT
  • Proficiency in designing, proposing, planning, testing, and implementing resource-constrained edge software.
  • Proficiency in communication of technical business ideas through UML and sequence diagrams.
  • Develop detailed design documentation including System Architecture Diagrams, Control Narratives, and Logic Diagrams.
  • Comfortable with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery tools
  • Networking and Controls architectures including reading/editing Engineering Documents
  • Knowledge and experience with IT Systems
  • Desire to learn and switch between programming languages.
  • Solid English verbal communication skills and ability to connect to end users.
  • Willingness to develop new skills while resolving challenging problems for our user community.

Experience Required:
  • 2+ years code development experience using Object-Oriented programming languages (JavaScript, Java, C#, Swift, etc.)
  • 2+ years code development experience in controls-based solutions using IEC-61131 languages.

Experience Preferred:
  • Ability to work in a team using Agile Scrum methodology and take direction from scrum leader.
  • Experience with Agile tools (Jira), backlogs, iterations, user stories, or similar Agile Tools
  • Experience working on Automotive Welding, Final Assembly or Robotic Work Cell lines is strongly desired.

Education Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems or related field, or within 1 year of obtaining Bachelor's Degree (and enrolled in courses)


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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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.

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