R&D or PLC Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain C# .NET applications for industrial automation systems.
• Develop and support PLC programs using Structured Text (IEC 61131-3).
• Integrate industrial hardware such as sensors, cameras, conveyors, scanners, and actuators.
• Configure, program, and troubleshoot robotic systems, preferably Epson RC+ controllers.
• Implement and support industrial communication protocols including MQTT, MODBUS RTU/TCP, and EtherCAT.
• Troubleshoot software, PLC, and hardware integration issues.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop scalable automation solutions.
• Support testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of automation systems.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with C# .NET in Industrial Automation environments.
• 5+ years of PLC Programming experience.
• Strong knowledge of Structured Text (IEC 61131-3).
• Experience integrating industrial hardware and automation equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting automation systems and production issues.
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems and machine automation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT.
• 3+ years of Epson Robotics (RC+) experience.
• Experience with MQTT, MODBUS RTU/TCP, and EtherCAT.
• Experience with Python, C++, or C.
• Experience working in manufacturing, industrial automation, or robotics environments.

Important Notes

• This is an onsite position in Johnston, IA.
• Candidates must be willing to attend an in-person final interview.
• Strong Industrial Automation experience is required.
• Candidates with only web development or enterprise .NET backgrounds will not be considered.