Software Engineer jobs in Abbottstown, PA

Description:

• Develop concept sketches, layouts, and specification documents.    
• Writing and testing embedded control software on test benches and on crane.
• Assignments may involve new product design, product improvements, test, analysis, production liaison and service liaison utilizing a variety of engineering disciplines
• Responsibilities include understanding structural, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and/or control system design       
• Prepare basic analysis, test, performance, schedule, and cost information as required in assigned area of responsibility  
• Prepare and report on progress, feasibility, and concept studies, etc. as required      
• Oversee work of test engineers as needed
• Assist other departments in preparation of manuals and sales literature on assigned projects          
• Maintain close contact and coordinate activities with other groups within the Product Engineering department         
• Ability to perform job functions in a safe manner, successfully complete all safety training required by the time constraints set by governmental regulations 
• Ability to wear all Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) required, by company policy, for the job being performed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in engineering or will consider candidates currently enrolled in a 4-year engineering degree with a minimum of 9 years’ experience in engineering. 
• Candidates with a higher level of experience are encouraged to apply.                     
• Must have experience in embedding programming in C language as well as a strong understanding of control theory and state machines is required. 
• Understanding of CAN serial communication (specifically CANOpen) is a plus. 
• Must be able to work in small groups and independently
• Physical activities include typing, computer to design/review/information storage/retrieval/graphics. 
• Must be capable of working on a jobsite or production factory environment, heat, cold, wet, dry, etc. for a brief period of time.
• Required to be able to climb a ladder to the height of 12 ft.
• Potential travel both domestically and internationally up to 5% of time   
• Completed courses and/or experience in analog and digital control theory, embedded control, C programming and MATLAB and Simulink a strong plus.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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