PAR Systems is a world leader in the design and development of cutting-edge automation and control systems for Aerospace, Life Science, and Nuclear markets. We are seeking an Advanced Software and Controls Engineer who can use their past experience to create intuitive user interfaces and flexible software architectures for first-of-a-kind, large-scale machines.
Success Criteria:
To succeed in this role, you must demonstrate ingenuity, resilience, and a strong work ethic. Our customers often require us to develop groundbreaking automation solutions, so a passion for exploring and integrating physical systems with software is essential. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who thrives under responsibility and has a track record of overcoming challenges to deliver innovative solutions. You should be able to tackle complex problems with creativity and persistence while maintaining a customer-focused mindset.
You’ve learned about what you'll be doing, here are the benefits you'll gain when you join PAR Systems:
- Global team recognized for their passion of inventing
- First-of-a-kind product culture and project exposure
- Training and development from industry-leading experts
- Cutting edge benefit programs that include: 401(k) & matching; Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; Disability & Life Insurance; PTO, Paid Holidays, & Parental Leave for both Parents; Tuition & Relocation Reimbursement
PAR Systems is an equal opportunity employer and we value individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin or any other status protected by applicable law. If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources department if you require accommodation during the interview or assessment process and we will support your accessibility needs. We offer market competitive pay and benefits based upon the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Our starting rate of pay for this salaried position is targeted at $90,000 - $110,000 annually.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong background in modern web and service technologies, including TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Vue, Angular, Node.js, or similar frameworks
- Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, testing strategies, and CI/CD practices
- Experience designing and implementing reliable, maintainable, and scalable services in production environments
- Comfortable collaborating closely with electrical, controls, and systems engineers to integrate software with large-scale industrial machines and equipment
- Ability to participate in system bring-up, integration, and troubleshooting activities as needed
- Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
- Preferred (not required)
- Background in industrial automation (PLC, CNC, motion control systems)
- Experience with robotics, vision systems, or industrial sensors/devices
- Exposure to real-time systems, distributed systems, or high-reliability software environments
- Experience applying AI/ML to real-world engineering problems (e.g., anomaly detection, optimization, computer vision, predictive maintenance)
- U.S. Person
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What We Do
PAR Systems is a world leader in providing full-life-cycle automation solutions for critical material handling and robotic applications that drive customer quality, safety, and productivity. Since 1961, PAR has created fully integrated systems, which are often first-of-a-kind manufacturing solutions, for a broad range of industries including aerospace, hazardous material/nuclear, life science and process automation, marine, defense, heavy material handling, CO2 lasers, non-destructive testing systems and industrial. PAR Systems is headquartered in Shoreview, Minnesota, where its Automation Solutions and Material Handling groups are located. OakRiver Technology, a PAR Systems company designs and manufactures automation equipment for the medical device and specialized high tech industries, located in Oakdale, Minnesota. Jered and Marine Systems Technology, PAR Systems companies, manufacturer mission-critical systems, such as aircraft elevators, steering gear, anchor windlass systems, advanced fireproof technologies and door systems for marine and naval applications.
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