Who We Are
Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity collaboration and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.
The Opportunity
Williams International has an exciting opportunity for a Automation Software and Controls Engineer to join our team. The Automation Software and Controls Engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining automation networks machine information models and supporting FIS and project development. This role includes documenting network architecture identifying security gaps and standardizing models for key production equipment to ensure consistency in future integrations.
The Automation Software and Controls Engineer will also be responsible for:
- Design and maintain automation network architecture ensuring clear documentation for system components and infrastructure
- Conduct OT cybersecurity gap analyses and implement solutions to secure automation systems
- Develop and maintain Factory Information Systems using languages such as Python JavaScript SQL Jython and other relevant programming tools
- Facilitate software application needs for FIS programming enabling engineers to develop deploy and maintain software effectively
- Create detailed network and wiring diagrams for plant-wide projects including material and asset tracking hardware
- Develop and document standard bitmaps and interfaces for new machine types and controller brands ensuring seamless integration for future automation and monitoring needs
- Program and debug PLC systems to support automation operations as needed
- Ensure that incoming machines meet OPC UA requirements for communication and data exchange
- Interface with the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and support the addition of future MES milestones
- Manage and implement a unified namespace for processing equipment to ensure system consistency and continuity
- Perform other duties as needed to support the successful execution of plant automation projects
- Keep up with new software tools languages and standards as they relate to automated environments
Requirements
- Bachelors of Science in Computer Science or Software Engineering
- At least 5 years of experience programming & maintaining automation software in a factory setting
- Able to connect software application to plant floor equipment safely & securely
- Experience programming in Python JavaScript SQL and ladder logic (Siemens preferred).
- Cross-functional agility with ability to manage high-level projects & tasks across multiple departments
- Able to diagnose and troubleshoot issues in industrial networks
- Proficient in software project planning with ability to write software requirements and design documents
- Able to create interpret and communicate network schemes for both controller and SCADA level applications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- U. S. Citizenship is required
- Position requires the ability to obtain a U. S. Government Security Clearance if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U. S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances please visit: U. S. Department of State
Additional Information
Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana cocaine PCP amphetamines opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.
Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin age disability and protected veteran status.
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