Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Principal Embedded Software Engineer - Factory Automation

Location: New Brighton, MN

Division: Factory Automation - New Brighton

Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Voluntary life Insurance, Employer paid basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and PTO

Min. Experience: High-Level

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A leading developer in the sensor solutions and industrial communication interfaces global automation market, Pepperl+Fuchs is looking for a hardworking, ambitious individual to fill an immediate need for an experienced Principal Embedded Software Engineer at our New Brighton, MN, location. We offer a competitive salary, great benefits, a comfortable work environment, a strong PTO (Personal Time Off) Plan, and professional development opportunities.

As a Principal Embedded Software Engineer you will be responsible for providing innovative software products with a strong focus on application and embedded software development. This position provides an opportunity to work with industrial automation technologies and custom applications in order to create advanced communication products. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative environment where new ideas are welcomed and highly valued. The position will provide the opportunity to innovate and bring industry leading products to market. This is a great opportunity to collaborate with our teams and use your skills to create new solutions.

PURPOSE

Responsible for providing innovative software products with a strong focus on fieldbus communication protocols.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Enhances and maintains existing embedded applications that utilize networking technologies on our industrial communication products.
2. Works as part of a team to develop requirements and specifications, customizes existing applications and develops new products.
3. Provides assistance to the Hardware Engineering team in design and development of new products.
4. Selects, maintains, customizes and debugs protocol stacks, driver, and applications suited for embedded systems.
5. Creates and maintains documentation as required.
6. Develops the ability to perform system analysis of complex industrial systems.
7. Assists technical support, marketing and sales staff as required.
8. Understands and uses Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and other test tools to develop and test our industrial communication products.
9. Acts as a mentor and reviews work of less experienced engineers.
10. Maintains detailed records and prepares communications as needed.
11. Interacts professionally on a regular basis with staff and the general public.
12. Assumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as needed or directed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent studies.

Work Experience

7 years of experience in embedded software development in C/C .

Managerial Experience

None.

Certifications

None.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

General Competency

Competency Level

Competency Description

Analytical skills/problem solving

Advanced

Well-developed analytical and strong problem-solving abilities.

Attention to Detail

Advanced

Ability to demonstrate a high attention to detail and good follow-up skills.

Correspondence

Advanced

Ability to write technical specifications and reports.

Communication

Advanced

Ability to work in a team environment with strong collaboration and communication skills.

Initiative

Advanced

High degree of initiative and independent judgment.

Advanced

Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

Organize & Develop Areas of Responsibility

Advanced

Ability to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines.

Passion

Advanced

Maintains a high level of energy and a consistent positive attitude.

Job Knowledge Competency

Competency Level

Competency Description

Computer Systems

Expert

Understanding of networking (LAN) concepts and usage.

Technical

Advanced

Experience with industrial protocols such as Modbus, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET or EtherCat.

Expert

Experience working with hardware, including the ability to read data sheets and interface specifications.

Advanced

Experience with Linux operating systems.

Advanced

Experience with embedded applications and drivers.

Advanced

Experience programming embedded software in C/C .

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Hours

May require occasional evening and weekend hours as business needs demand.

Travel

Occasional overnight travel by automobile or plane may be required.

Working Conditions

Work performed in a manufacturing and general office environment.

Equipment

Nature of work requires an ability to work with electrical components and lab tools.

Lift/Stand/Carry

Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. independently.

PPE

May be required to wear protective eyewear.

Misc

Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files.

Participation

Requires participation and attendance at organizxation sponsored events and meetings.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Pepperl+Fuchs, Inc. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.