Industrial & Controls Programmer

Company Description

Therma‑Tron‑X, Inc. (TTX®) is a family‑owned company founded in 1969 that has grown from manufacturing custom‑built industrial ovens to becoming a leading global supplier of complete finishing systems. TTX designs and automates finishing solutions from pretreatment through curing, integrating systems seamlessly into client facilities. TTX values innovation, technical excellence, and collaborative problem‑solving, supported by a diverse engineering team dedicated to quality, reliability, and knowledgeable customer service.

Role Description

As an Industrial Programmer at Therma‑Tron‑X, Inc. (TTX), you will be responsible for the development and testing of industrial programs and systems. You will coordinate closely with the Electrical and Controls Manager and fellow software and industrial programmers to program industrial equipment at various customer sites, using languages such as structured text, C#, and ladder logic. A commitment to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design, and attention to detail & documentation is essential. The programming department is a dynamic environment where you will be immersed in many areas of TTX, including RGV’s, AGV’s, rail‑guided vehicles, new product development, internal system PLC programming, industrial networking, and more.

General Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of code and controls hardware to solve complex routing situations.
• Programming, testing, and troubleshooting of installed TTX industrial systems, including a blend of networking, electronics, and controls software.
• Working with the research & development team to continue developing new controls solutions for an ever‑evolving field of technology.
• Travel as required to satellite TTX facilities or job installation sites, approximately 20% of the time.

Qualifications

• Proficient knowledge of industrial programming languages, including structured text, ladder logic, C, C+ or C#.
• Hands‑on working knowledge of electronics & control functions.
• Proficiency in programming and Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP) principles for building reliable and maintainable industrial applications.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems, PLCs, SCADA, or embedded systems is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of CANBUS J1939 and IEC 61131‑3 best practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience (including experience in maintenance of industrial systems or various technical military systems).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional engineering teams.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and capacity to work safely and efficiently in an industrial setting.
• Willingness to work on‑site in Sturgeon Bay, WI, or Crystal Lake, IL, and occasionally support field commissioning or service activities as needed (open to discussing other hybrid/remote situations).