Senior Software Automation Engineer
Senior Software Automation Engineer
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$ 122400 - 183600
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Job Description
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. Youll lead with purpose breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 16 July 2025.We are seeking a Senior Software Automation Engineer to lead software and controls integration for automated manufacturing systems. This role requires hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs Inductive Automation Ignition and programming in Python Java and CSS. The ideal candidate will contribute across the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) from User Requirements and System Design to Code Development Testing and Validation ensuring systems meet both technical specifications and regulatory standards (e.g. FDA 21 CFR Part 11).
Youll work closely with cross-functional engineering quality and manufacturing teams to standardize equipment control systems troubleshoot both custom and off-the-shelf automation and deploy scalable validated software solutions. The role also provides ongoing support to Sustaining Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering teams ensuring production systems remain compliant reliable and optimized for performance. Familiarity with GAMP 5 principles and their application in software validation and documentation is highly desirable.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Develop SCADA/HMI applications using Inductive Automation Ignition (Perspective) including scripting in Python and Java with styling in CSS.
Design develop and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLC code (MicroLogix CompactLogix ControlLogix) using Studio5000.
Lead all phases of the software lifecycle: authoring URS SDS/FDS code reviews and supporting IQ/OQ/PQ validation protocols.
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather user and functional requirements for new automation systems.
Ensure equipment software complies with applicable standards including 21 CFR Part 11 NFPA and internal documentation practices.
Support integration of automation systems with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and production networks.
Maintain software backups version control and detailed documentation to support traceability and system longevity.
Assist in reviewing vendor equipment designs and control systems for compliance functionality and maintainability.
Create or update AutoCAD Electrical schematics and maintain electrical Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Participate in FMEAs machine risk assessments and CTQ flow-downs for new equipment or upgrades.
Support production lines by troubleshooting equipment and providing on-call or scheduled technical support.
Collaborate with Sustaining Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering teams to address equipment performance issues implement software updates and drive continuous improvement.
Support supplier visits equipment commissioning or on-site troubleshooting.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience OR an advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
Nice to Have
Proficiency with Python and working knowledge of Java and CSS.
Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms (MicroLogix CompactLogix ControlLogix).
Familiarity with SQL and relational databases.
Proven ability to lead or support software validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ URS/SDS documentation).
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition (Perspective).
Experience in FDA-regulated industries such as medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Hands-on experience with machine vision systems (e.g. Cognex VisionPro).
Exposure to robotics (6-axis SCARA) servo/stepper motion control or advanced automation platforms.
Familiarity with Beckhoff controls and TwinCAT3 programming.
Knowledge of NFPA 79 UL508A and NEC for electrical and safety system design.
Experience with equipment integration to MES or Industry 4.0 platforms (e.g. data historians OPC UA MQTT).
Familiarity with electronic records change control systems and working within a GxP environment.
Knowledge of GAMP 5 and experience applying it to software development validation and change control in regulated environments.
Proficiency in common engineering tools such as AutoCAD Excel PowerPoint and SharePoint.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description 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. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits resources and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20 hours per week: Health Dental and vision insuranceHealth Savings AccountHealthcare Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance Long-term disability leaveDependent daycare spending accountTuition assistance/reimbursement andSimple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and matchShort-term disabilityPaid time offPaid holidaysEmployee Stock Purchase PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramNon-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums) andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time as required under applicable state law and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission to alleviate pain restore health and extend life unites a global team of 95000 passionate people.
We are engineers at heart putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab to the factory floor to the conference room every one of us experiments creates builds improves and solves. We have the talent diverse perspectives and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
Learn more about our business mission and our commitment to diversity here.
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. In addition Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic Inc. (Medtronic) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County you can findhere a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
