Software Engineer

JCS Controls, a leader in the engineering and manufacturing of Food and Beverage processing systems, is searching for a dynamic Controls Software Engineer.

The Controls Software Engineer is responsible for delivering complete, fully functional, documented PLC programs and HMI applications, on time and within budget. They will be expected to manage multiple projects concurrently while promoting and maintaining good business relationships with our customers.

What you will be doing:

• Develop PLC programs using both ladder logic and FBD that meet functional requirement of the project.
• Design HMI applications that permit plant operations to run the system while following JCS HMI development standards.
• Test and debug visual basic routines imbedded in HMI displays
• Interface with database engineer to integrate PLC data with SQL server reporting.
• Assist with control panel testing.
• Develop project documentation.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Test both internally and with customer.
• Travel to site to commission and support start-up.
• Perform Site Acceptance Test.
• Assess customer requests for changes and review with project team.
• Be available for on-call support of customers.
• Work with field service engineers in debug and troubleshooting systems and equipment.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of departmental standards and processes.

What you should bring to the table:

• Four-year technical degree (BS; or other directly related degree program) or have equivalent work experience.
• Experience with automation design in a food processing or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in programming ladder logic and FBD in Allen Bradley PLCs
• Proficiency in developing Rockwell Software HMI applications.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Preferred, but not required:

• Experience with HMI packages other than Rockwell Software (WW, Ignition, etc.)
• Experience with Database development (SQL Server)
• Experience with Visual Basic for applications

What's in it for you:

JCS is a privately owned company experiencing double digit growth over the past four years. Sides working for a family oriented company with all the coffee you can drink

We also provide:

• Nine paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Health and dental insurance with a generous premium contribution by JCS
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid by the company
• Group life Insurance, paid by the company
• A 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, currently with a matching contribution