What Flexware Does
Flexware Innovation is a leading technology integrator that helps forward thinkers in manufacturing and related industries build comprehensive and long-lasting solutions with ease.
Founded in 1996 and based in Indiana, our teams of talented engineers leverage technology to solve real business problems with teams of engineers focused on industrial controls, manufacturing systems integration, software development, business intelligence, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Our passion is helping our customers build solutions that stand the test of time by creating solid architecture and helping customers avoid costly design mistakes.
But we’re not just invested in technology – we’re also invested in people. Our internal promise to our Flexdogs is to have a positive and lasting impact on our families by providing a healthy and engaging work environment. Our environment is fun, family-friendly, energetic, and was nominated for TechPoint’s Mira Award for “Company Culture of the Year” in 2017, four Powderkeg awards in 2019, and 5 Powderkeg awards in 2022.
What You Will Do
Flexware’s Automation Team does a variety of projects for manufacturing clients. Our expertise spans many industries including Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Food and Beverage, Discrete, Steel, Municipalities, and several others. As an Automation Engineer, you will assist clients in a variety of projects and work with many different technical tools. We are looking for future Flexdogs that want to serve our customers and enjoy solving technical challenges that will improve our clients manufacturing processes.
As a Systems Integrator, we are always looking for talented engineers that can assist our clients, so if you are interested in working with SOME or ALL of the following control layer systems, please apply! We are looking for several years of experience to Senior level automation engineers.
- Program and install PLC’s including but not limited to ControlLogix and Siemens processors
- Program and install HMI’s including but not limited to FactoryTalk View ME or SE, Wonderware InTouch, Ignition, and others
- Program and install VFD’s including but not limited to PowerFlex, Schneider, ABB, and other
- Work with networking components such as Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, or DeviceNet
- Responsible for automation and controls system design, specifications, programming, simulation, testing, as well as start-up assistance.
- Assist and/or create a functional description of the automation solution such as the control scheme, alarms, HMI, reports, and others.
- Calibrate, troubleshoot, test, repair, and improve sensing, measurements, and actuation devices
- Lead medium and/or large projects from inception to conclusion
- Perform other duties or work with other technologies as necessary
These are just some of the things you may be involved in on a daily basis, but we are looking for individuals that embody our 4 Core Values and are willing to step in where necessary and help our clients be successful. We are looking for individuals that are not afraid to get their hands dirty and be of service to others.
- Please note that we are not interviewing candidates that require sponsorship now or in the future**
What You Might Have Done Before
Flexdogs are a rare breed of engineers. They come from varied backgrounds but typically have
some of the following traits
- Received a technical Bachelor’s degree such as computer technology, computer systems technology, information systems, or similar technical degree.
- Experience designing, troubleshooting, and programming PLC’s; ideally in an industrial or manufacturing environment such as:
- RSLogix500, RSLogix5000/Studio5000
- Siemens Step7, Siemens TIA Portal
- Or a multitude of other PLC’s
- Designed, created, and programmed HMI screens in Wonderware InTouch, Rockwell FactoryTalk View, Ignition, or others
- Worked with networking components
- Worked with Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s)
If you’re interested in becoming a Flexdog, we’re excited to start a conversation with you! Please reach out to Zach Black at zach.black@flexwareinnovation.com or Lindsay Imhoff at lindsay.imhoff@flexwareinnovation.com Your inquiry and conversation will be treated with confidentiality, and we will not share your information with others.