Client/Server Programmer jobs in Westland, MI

IEC-61131 Programmer

Redford, MI

Long Term Contract

Position Description:
The Digital Manufacturing Systems organization within Global Manufacturing Engineering has an opportunity for a self-directed Software Engineer to develop software and visualization solutions supporting future manufacturing deployments. You will be part of a small team of engineers designing, coding, testing and deploying software used to communicate with and provide web-based visualization to Industrial Devices such as IEC-61131 compliant Programmable Logic Controllers. Industrial Control Systems (ICS) / Operational Technology (OT) experience is a plus
Skills Required:
Development experience using Object-Oriented programming languages (JavaScript, Java, C#, Swift, etc.) Web application code development experience (HTML5, CSS, etc.) IEC-61131 programming language experience with emphasis on Structured Text Ability to independently design, develop and implement PLC Ladder Logic with Rockwell Automation or Siemens Software. Fundamental understanding of Industrial and software protocols and interoperability; CIP, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA, MODBUS, MQTT, Modbus Experience with communication interfaces to PLCs (OPC UA, MQTT, ModbTCP) Well-versed in Docker/containerization and Linux
Skills Preferred:
Knowledge of Mfg 4.0 (Industry 4.0) key principles data collection, AI, machine learning, and IIoT Proficiency in designing, proposing, planning, testing, and implementing resource-constrained edge software. Proficiency in communication of technical business ideas through UML and sequence diagrams. Develop detailed design documentation including System Architecture Diagrams, Control Narratives, and Logic Diagrams. Comfortable with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery tools Networking and Controls architectures including reading/editing Engineering Documents Knowledge and experience with Ford IT Systems Desire to learn and switch between programming languages. Solid English verbal communication skills and ability to connect to end users. Willingness to develop new skills while resolving challenging problems for our user community.
Experience Required:
2 years code development experience using Object-Oriented programming languages (JavaScript, Java, C#, Swift, etc.) 2 years code development experience in controls-based solutions using IEC-61131 languages.
Experience Preferred:
Ability to work in a team using Agile Scrum methodology and take direction from scrum leader. Experience with Agile tools (Jira), backlogs, iterations, user stories, or similar Agile Tools Experience working on Automotive Welding, Final Assembly or Robotic Work Cell lines is strongly desired.
Education Required:
Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems or related field, or within 1 year of obtaining Bachelor s Degree (and enrolled in courses)

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