Electrical Engineer-Eugene Airport Road

About the role

Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company. We design and build innovative products for the industries we serve. This position involves working on the development of control/automation code for heavy construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Use structured systems engineering approach for the development of the software used to control heavy construction equipment.
• Uses knowledge of process automation techniques to advance the simplicity of operation and troubleshooting of equipment to maximize productivity by enhancing operator functionality and the minimization of equipment downtime.
• Uses structured software design techniques to distill product requirements into product software specification, product software design, and product software test plan and creates the corresponding documents.
• Completes the controller/PLC programming and the HMI screen programming for product projects based on software design.
• Performs unit testing and integration testing of all controller/PLC/HMI systems to ensure performance and realization of all product requirements.
• Develops the software test plans for new designs and changes to existing designs, and coordinates the testing and validation using these plans.
• Contributes to the development of product documentation, including production work instructions, training manuals, troubleshooting guides, and product test plans.
• Identifies improvement opportunities and enhancements for product enhancements and/or cost reductions.
• Contributes to project teams to ensure the successful completion of project objectives, including schedule, budget, and feature set.
• Contributes to the development of new processes and procedures to enhance the software and hardware design capabilities and work products of the engineering team.
• Leads cross-functional software and HMI design reviews.
• Leads software design reviews for developed control software.
• Assists customers, via telephone or on-site, to resolve function and/or application issues.
• Works with the Service Department to resolve field and warranty issues.
• Works with the Technical Publications Department to develop and update operation/parts/service manuals.
• Adheres to all Astec design and coding standards.
• Performs engineering calculations as required during design cycle.
• Follows proper safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical / Computer Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the design and development of industrial or mobile equipment control software.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledgeable of development software and tools for embedded systems.
• Proficient in C / C++ / Structure Text programming, preferably in automotive or mobile equipment applications.
• Knowledgeable of network protocols such as CAN, Ethernet, Wireless 802.11, etc.
• Proficient at interfacing software with the control and data acquisition from sensor, including pressure, proximity, angular, temperature, etc.
• Proficient with developing code for the control of valves, motors, and other industrial devices.
• Ability to work satisfactorily as a team member.
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Good organization and time-management skills.
• Willingness to accept responsibility and take on new challenges.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment on a customary and regular basis.
• Proficiency with personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite software applications.
• Adept at problem solving.

Preferences

• Experience with CodeSys, C/C++, and Ladder Logic programming.
• Experience developing software/firmware controls for and interfaces to Telematics, hydraulic circuits, 12V/24V DC electric circuits, A/C motors, and/or control systems for off-road construction equipment.
• Experience in the design and creation of software for the control & automation of off-road construction equipment.

Other Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screen, physical (if required), and background check.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as required.
• Occasional travel (including international).
• Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.