Senior Backend Software Engineer
RapidTee Golf
Full-time
Omaha, NE
Job description
Position Summary:
Titomic, a global leader in Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing and Kinetic Fusion™ technology, is seeking a skilled PLC Engineer with 3–5 years of experience in the defense and/or aerospace sectors to join our innovative team. This hands-on role, based on the factory floor in a highly collaborative environment, focuses on designing, programming, and maintaining programmable logic controller (PLC) systems to support the operation of our advanced cold spray machines for coating, repairing, and building high-performance components. The ideal candidate will be safety-conscious, customer-focused, and passionate about driving automation and efficiency in cutting-edge manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems to control and optimize Titomic’s cold spray additive manufacturing equipment.
- Develop and document control system architectures, including PLC logic, HMI (Human-Machine Interface), and SCADA systems, to meet project requirements.
- Operate and maintain PLC-controlled equipment on the factory floor, ensuring seamless integration with cold spray processes.
- Collaborate with customers to understand automation needs, provide technical expertise, and deliver exceptional customer service throughout the project lifecycle.
- Comfortable performing hands-on work on the factory floor, configuring and testing PLC systems in a dynamic production environment.
- Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and R&D teams to integrate PLC systems with production processes and ensure manufacturability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues, performing root cause analysis to maintain production efficiency and uptime.
- Apply Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies to enhance automation processes and reduce waste.
- Maintain detailed documentation, including control system schematics, programming code, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), compliant with industry standards.
- Support the implementation and commissioning of new automation equipment and systems.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards (OSHA, ISO 9001, AS9100, and company policies), prioritizing a safe working environment.
- Perform additional related duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in PLC programming and control system engineering, preferably in defense or aerospace industries.
- Proficiency in PLC programming languages (e.g., Ladder Logic, Structured Text) and platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi).
- Experience with HMI development and SCADA systems integration.
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus).
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality standards.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and teamwork skills with excellent written and verbal communication.
- Safety-conscious mindset with a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with additive manufacturing technologies, particularly cold spray or advanced materials processing.
- Familiarity with robotics, motion control systems, or industrial automation in aerospace or defense applications.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems.
- Experience with data acquisition systems or IoT integration in manufacturing environments.
Security Requirements:
- U.S. citizenship without dual citizenship is required.
- Must possess or be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.
Why Join Titomic?
- Be at the forefront of cold spray additive manufacturing, revolutionizing automation for the defense and aerospace industries.
- Thrive in a highly collaborative, hands-on factory-floor environment with opportunities to grow into leadership roles.
- Work on cutting-edge automation projects alongside passionate innovators in a fast-growing company.
- Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in PLC programming and control system engineering, preferably in defense or aerospace industries.
- Proficiency in PLC programming languages (e.g., Ladder Logic, Structured Text) and platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi).
- Experience with HMI development and SCADA systems integration.
- U.S. citizenship without dual citizenship is required.
- Must possess or be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.
Work Location: In person