Real-Time Controls Software Engineer
Company: Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Location: Milpitas
Posted on: October 18, 2024
Job Description:
The Real-Time Controls Software Engineer will be responsible for
the design, debug, and implementation of the software and controls
of advanced R&D equipment and complex machinery. As a member of
the controls software team you will be a hands-on technical
contributor and a champion of writing excellent quality,
operation-ready code for mission-critical real-time systems. You
will collect functional requirements from customers and produce
software solutions to meet these requirements. You will work with
simulation and test engineers to integrate your software into
software testbeds, hardware testbeds, and industrial tools.This
team member will:
- Work within a multi-disciplinary and proven team of top
scientists and engineers
- Specify, write, and test control software for advanced
industrial equipment
- Own the specification, design, testing, and implementation of
key systems such as interlocks, sensors and actuators, higher level
tool control and user interface programming
- Work closely with R&D team to outline interfaces and
requirements for equipment and software operation for equipment
control
- Engage with mechanical and electrical engineers on concepts,
designs, and test plans by providing data acquisition and controls
as needed
- Work with external software contractors to develop the control
systems for internal tools (Define requirements, manage priorities,
drive testing and implementation plans)The ideal candidate will
have most, if not all, of these requirements:
- At least a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field
(e.g., mecatronics, software)
- 3+ years of experience as software engineer on complex
mechanical systems -- for example: design, construction, and
operation of controls for industrial, large-scale equipment
- Working knowledge of Python, C++, C and other high-level
languages along with modern tools like github and CI/CD release
management
- Broad embedded system software development experience including
bare-metal code, driver development, OS platform development, and
real-time application development
- Experience with fieldbus systems such as EtherCAT
- Experience developing and tuning control loops
- Demonstrated ability to conceive novel solutions to challenging
problems
- Experience with specification generation and suppler
engagement
- C++, Python (compiled systems programming and interpreted
scripting languages) in Linux environment
- Networking (IP/UDP/TCP)
- Software/hardware interfaces (ADCs/DACs, quarts, ethernet,
etc.)
- Knowledge of interlock systems and methods that conform to NFPA
79 and SEMI S2
- High self-motivation and drive to execute quickly with
excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsAdditional
experience and/or qualifications:
- Low-latency network communication
- Design for manufacturability, serviceability, and simplicity
over complexity
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing,
standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
- Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may
include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high
voltage, and cryogenics
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call
occasionally
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Keywords: Commonwealth Fusion Systems, Dublin , Real-Time Controls Software Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Milpitas, California
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