Software Engineer II

This position requires frequent on-site attendance.  Therefore, preference will be given to local candidates.  No relocation monies are associated with this position.

Software Engineer II

Summary

Forge Nano Inc. is a fast-growing materials company with a focus on manufacturing nano-scale coatings across a wide range of markets. Forge Nano is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Engineering Design and Manufacturing Team, reporting to the Senior Electrical Engineer. This position will focus on developing the automation, logic, and User Interfaces for their Semiconductor ALD Production Equipment.

Key responsibilities include working in several different programming paradigms including user displays, database management, and control logic. This role requires a detailed oriented individual who is comfortable working with an interdisciplinary engineering team.

Skills and Responsibilities

The Software Engineer may be responsible for tasks and skills such as (non-exhaustive):

• Developing control logic using IEC 61131-3 approved languages

• Designing GUIs and HMIs with respect to SEMI E-95 Standard

• Integrating communication drivers across various robotics interfaces

• Working in cross-functional teams by leading design review meetings to solicit user feedback on Interfaces or Control Schemes

• Specifying and configuring industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, IO-Link, etc.

• Integrating SECS/GEM protocol for facility integration of production equipment

• Commissioning and Start-Up of automated systems at Forge Nano’s HQ and at customer facilities throughout the world

• Configuring controls instrumentation for appropriate data exchange and logging

• Generating, revising, and reviewing software designs, test plans, and other software documentation

• Managing version and release history and developing robust workflows for software deployment

• Researching and incorporating cutting-edge Semiconductor software design principles

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Industrial Automation, Electrical Engineering, or similar

• Familiar with computer networks, protocols including TCP and UDP, designing and configuration of various network architecture topologies

• 2 - 5 years of technical controls programming experience, ideally in laboratory, research, or industry settings. Beckhoff TwinCAT experience is preferred

• Experience with C or C++ programming languages

• Strong teamwork, communication, problem-solving, creativity, and attention to detail

• Experience working in an Agile development environment and/or teams, experience with Wrike / Jira and additional CI/CD tooling is a plus

• Experience with Git or other version control systems

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role requiring occasional-to-frequent in person attendance, depending on project workloads. Working in the laboratory and manufacturing areas will necessitate appropriate safety gear, including eye protection, gloves, steel-toe shoes, and laboratory coats or clean-room smocks. Compliance with Forge Nano’s COVID-19 safety protocols is mandatory.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Travel

Occasional travel up to 15% to client locations for system start-up and maintenance may be required.

Compensation / Benefits

• Salary: $85,000 - $120,000 per year, DOE, with eligibility for an annual bonus

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k) with matching, PTO, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) options

Forge Nano is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.