SOFTWARE ENGINEER - (NC)

SUMMARY

Develop software applications to control automated material handling equipment for use within manufacturing, warehousing and distribution industries.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop software applications to control automated material handling equipment for use within manufacturing, warehousing and distribution industries.
• Perform in-house testing with software and hardware emulators.
• Create operator and administrator training manuals and materials
• Install systems at customers site and perform on-site integration with automated equipment.
• Train operators
• Provide ongoing support including after-hours support on a rotational basis

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field. Minimum of two (2) years in Application development (or equivalent experience) in the Windows Operating System environment and Visual Basic, C/C++ and/or JAVA programming languages.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and technical procedures or operation manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Outstanding oral and written communication skills (English language).

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Excellent judgment, troubleshooting and analytical capabilities. Ability to use standard statistical analysis methodologies. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Oracle or SQL Server Database
• Experience with Automated Material Handling Systems is preferred
• Willingness to travel.

TRAVEL

This position requires 25- 40% travel including domestic and international. A valid drivers license and good driving record are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is required to repeatedly climb up and down ladders; occasionally sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to work safely near moving mechanical parts and electrical systems. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious or confined places and there is a possibility of being exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities