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Manufacturing Software Systems Engineer

The Pennsylvania State University
Kensington, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/10/2025
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  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Manufacturing Software Systems Engineer position is an experienced and motivated systems specialist who works in high-performance manufacturing systems to design, develop and maintain advanced software solutions for smart manufacturing systems, supporting the computational, data management and analysis.

The successful candidate is knowledgeable in advocating for IT/OT systems integration to support digital systems technology demonstrations and brings experience and expertise designing, coding, testing, and implementing, manufacturing specific high-performance platforms and software. The role requires proficiency in common industrial programming languages, including but not limited to C , C/C , Python/Java, scripting languages and demonstrated experience and successful utilization of a breadth of common industry data protocols and software systems for graphical interfaces, MES, SCADA, PLC programming, database management, and mobile app programming.

This position will guide and participate in the design of state-of-the-art network infrastructure, digital automation software development, and smart manufacturing technology and equipment associated with the Digital Foundry's Digital Learning and Demonstration Lab.You will assist in the definition of industry applications and solutions across the ISA-95 technology stack, execute, and manage IT system design consistent with standard IT principles and methodologies associated with IT technology infrastructure.This role will apply their knowledge and skills to both the teaching of concepts and the development of prototype demonstrations in the areas of embedded and integrated systems for smart manufacturing operations, demonstrating interoperable systems such as dynamic modeling, intelligent automation, networked equipment and sensors, leveraging data from the plant-floor or product in the field through the development and use of cloud-based and server-based platforms and databases.

Primary responsibilities will include:

  • Collaborating with the Digital Foundry team, corporate technology partners and Digital Foundry member manufacturing companies to define, develop, deploy, maintain, and manage the software and integrate technical capabilities and equipment including manufacturing PC's, laptops, process computer networks, and data storage systems.
  • 30%
  • Working closely with the Digital Foundry Senior Manager Projects & Technology and Engineering staff on the development and execution of digital manufacturing technologies and solutions for local manufacturing operations by providing IT/OT systems design support and guidance. Developing and demonstrating innovative software-based solutions enabling the utilization of Industry 4.0 technologies across the full technology stack such as advanced sensing and controls, product and process modeling, digital twins/digital thread, data capture and analytics, and AI/machine learning, to demonstrate improved processes and productivity in manufacturing.
  • 30%
  • Proposing and implementing new features, improvements, and updated to enhance functionality and usability of key software tools, databased, and integration technology.
  • 20%
  • Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for software tools, including user guides, technical specifications, and all university approvals and maintenance requirements.
  • 10%
  • Serving as an instructor and subject matter expert in area of expertise for workforce and student training, demonstrations, and events at the Digital Foundry.
  • 10%

This position requires:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, software engineering or equivalent
  • 3 years industrial manufacturing experiencein digital / smart technology and integrated IT/OT systems.

This is a term position that is funded for 1 year, with excellent possibility of renewal.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$76,700.00 - $115,100.00

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CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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