Embedded Software Engineer
Franklin, PA, US, 16323
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.
Job Overview
Location: Franklin, PA
Key Job Responsibilities
- Develop a variety of software for real-time embedded and distributed control systems which may include operator interfaces, HMI, remote controls, operational logic, automation and sequencing, data logging, device interfaces, networking solutions, on-board diagnostics, and off-board analytics
- Support machine application software development for a variety of different types of mobile equipment
- Support development of machine autonomy software including sequence table-based machine automation, visualization, and data management
- Complete of all aspects of software development for assigned work items including requirement review, effort estimation, design, reviews, programming, functional testing, and release
- Personally design, program, and unit test efficient software that satisfies programming standards, conforms to defined architectural structure, and meets functional requirements
- Comply with version management and development branching policies using Git
- Perform reviews and functional testing of peer software as needed to support team based agile software practices
- Support general administrative tasks as required by KMC personnel management systems
- Interact professionally with customers and domestic/overseas employees
- Some domestic and overseas travel is possible
Predominant Tasks
Software development, Documentation, Testing: 80%
- Write specifications for new software features based on customer requirements
- Software development for new features
- Test and release software for new features
- Simulator panel updates for testing software
- Process multiple work items per software release cycle from a prioritized agile backlog
- Support team based agile methodology by performing peer reviews and testing
Field Support and troubleshooting: 10%
- Support internal and external customers regarding software and control system related issues
- Test and troubleshoot control system hardware returned from the field
Administrative activities: 10%
- Basic administrative, KMC policy training, and HR tasks.
Qualifications/Requirements
- 0-5 years’ experience
- Experience developing real-time embedded machine control software using RTOS and C/C++ preferred
- Experience with Java developing HMI for machinery including backend databases, middleware, web servers, and supporting applications preferred
- Experience with networking and distributed control systems preferred
- Familiarity with safety critical system design and industry standards preferred
- Knowledge of common machine control sensors, actuators, and other typical control devices preferred
- General hands-on experience with engineering tools and processes associated with hardware development, software development, integration, embedded systems validation, trouble shooting, and problem solving is preferred
- Customer-focused, with ability to work in a team environment as well as individually
- Detail oriented, consistent, motivated self-starter
- Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline focused work environment
- Minimum 4-year College Degree in Computer Engineering. Will also consider Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science with a strong focus on Software Development.
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Nearest Major Market: Erie