Software Engineer

Fives Group is seen a Software EngineerAbout Fives Group: Fives Group, headquartered in Paris, France, is an industrial engineering group founded in 1812 that designs and supplies machines, process equipment and production lines for the world's largest industrial groups including the aluminum, steel, tube and pipe, glass, automotive, aerospace, logistics, cement and energy sectors. In 2023, Fives achieved sales of $2.5 billion with a team of close to 9,000 employees and a network of over 100 operational units in over 25 countries.Accountability:The position is for a Software Controls Engineer at Fives Cincinnati. This person will have responsibility for the control software engineering design and implementation required for composite products developed and produced at the Fives Cincinnati Hebron, KY, facility. This software developer will provide innovative original technical design, project leadership for sold and development projects, sales and service support, and overall software system architectureScope and Responsibilities: Essential duties include, but are not limited to the following:• Responsible for the developing and supporting real-time control system and communication interfaces• Develop specifications and proper documentation of application software for communication within the software engineering group and other departments for training and customer documentation• Create application software, HMI, PLC, and real-time motion control for new machine hardware and features• Troubleshoots software issues in support of product startup, including acceptance at customers facilities when required – travel less than 10%• Work with Electrical Design engineering to select and layout hardware, including controls, amplifiers, digital input and output cards and other components.• Work with control vendors on new product development requirements and resolving open control issues.• Maintains software project cost targets and schedules to ensure projects are on track. Provides updates on project status as required• Participate in cross-functional design teams spanning the entire product life cycle, beginning with specification, and continuing through implementation to product shipment• Supports commonality and consistency within & across product lines for the business group.• Focus on continuously improving and optimizing system performance, increasing control system functionality and capability• Proactively maintain and promote a safe and healthy work environment for all employeesEducation/Certification:

• Education: BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have permanent residency status (green card)

Experience:• Minimum 5 years experience with industrial process equipment• 3-5 years of motion control programming experience preferred – additive or subtractive material processingRequired Skills:• Programming experience in C, C#, and C++, Visual Basic, XML. Visual Studio experience a plus.• Experience with programming in real-time operating system environment• Experience with multi axis servo systems design, motion control systems, and robotic interfaces• Experience with sensor interfaces, IO, fieldbus, and related technology• Ability to troubleshoot electro-mechanical and software issues• Ability to work well in a team environment possessing strong verbal and written communication skills• Self-driven and motivated to succeed• Able to work with minimal supervision• Competency in Microsoft Office products• Experience with integrating machine safety systems within software applications• Experience with software quality systems/processesBenefits: Hired employees will receive great benefits along with an extremely competitive compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Holidays, Personal Time Off and 401K & IRA and more.