Software Engineer I

Job Summary

The Software Automations Engineer works with a team of automation engineers and process engineers to translate process control concepts into machinery, support and modify software interfacing with hardware on existing equipment, and design new program-controlled processes to meet manufacturing requirements. This role participates in the full software development life cycle, including specification, design, programming, implementation, integration, commissioning, and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with technicians and engineers across multiple departments to document project requests, identify opportunities to improve system quality, efficiency, and robustness, write clean, well-tested code with effective error handling, create test plans, and ensure quality using industry best practices such as unit and regression testing, develop proofs of concept for new and innovative solutions, enable data movement between equipment and databases, break down large, complex technical projects into defined stages and deliverables, and work across multiple software and hardware platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science (BSCS), Computer Engineering (BSCE), Electrical Engineering (BSEE), or a major in computer programming/engineering with a minor in electrical engineering.
• Proficiency with Visual Studio, SQL Server, MS Office, and Windows.
• Experience with relational databases and SQL.
• Strong understanding of design patterns, multithreading, and distributed systems.
• Experience in object-oriented analysis and design using common design patterns.
• Practical understanding and motivation to apply software programming skills to control electronic components and interfaced systems.
• Knowledge of industrial networking.
• Versatile programming skills.
• Strong troubleshooting and investigative skills for equipment, process, and data modifications.
• Experience with source-code version control systems such as GIT, TFS, SourceSafe, Subversion, etc.

Why Roanoke, Virginia?

• Lower cost of living.
• Family-friendly area.
• Career and economic growth.
• Scenic beauty.
• Outdoor enthusiast’s dream.

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future.
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• Paid vacation & PTO.
• Paid parental leave.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Voluntary benefits available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.