Engineer II (Software Engineer) (Information Technology)

As an experienced Engineer with Manitowoc Cranes, you'll work with a team to design, implement, and revise embedded C and Simulink software to meet product requirements.  In the concept phase the candidate will be writing specifications based on information from other engineers on the product development team and product specifications. During the detailed design phase of projects, you will be implementing and testing control software.  This testing is done statically, on test benches, and on cranes.  As needed, engineers will support with product service, and production. This position reports to the Sr. Engineering Manager and sits in Shady Grove, Pennsylvania.

Essential Job Functions:                                       

• Develop concept sketches, layouts, and specification documents.    
• Writing and testing embedded control software on test benches and on crane.
• Assignments may involve new product design, product improvements, test, analysis, production liaison and service liaison utilizing a variety of engineering disciplines
• Responsibilities include understanding structural, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and/or control system design       
• Prepare basic analysis, test, performance, schedule, and cost information as required in assigned area of responsibility  
• Prepare and report on progress, feasibility, and concept studies, etc. as required      
• Oversee work of test engineers as needed
• Assist other departments in preparation of manuals and sales literature on assigned projects          
• Maintain close contact and coordinate activities with other groups within the Product Engineering department         
• Ability to perform job functions in a safe manner, successfully complete all safety training required by the time constraints set by governmental regulations 
• Ability to wear all Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) required, by company policy, for the job being performed

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Must have experience in embedded programming in C and Simulink
• Must have experience designing control or courses in control theory. 

Behavioral Competencies:

• Must be able to work in small groups and independently; 
• Interact with a small team of engineers / software developers and with project teams to develop specifications, software and perform software testing. 
• Must be able to communicate in a professional manner, with both internal and external audiences. 
• Must be able to use logic and reasoning to identify and solve problems. 
• Strong time management skills with a sense of urgency a must

Required Education and Experience:

•  Must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or Electrical Mechanical Engineering
•  Must have a minimum of three (3) years' experience in engineering.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience with CANOpen and J9139 serial communication
• Experience with Functional Safety design according to ISO26262, and EN13849
• Willing to take more classes and training in control theory

Physical Requirements: 

• Physical activities include typing, walking around a factory setting, and climbing on cranes.
• Must be capable of working on a job site or production factory environment
• Must be able to work in hot, cold, wet, dry, etc. environments/weather for a brief period of time.
• Must be able to climb a ladder to the height of 12 ft.

Health and Safety:

• Maintain departmental housekeeping and 5S standards.
• Perform job functions in a safe manner.
• Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) required by Company Policy for the job being performed both in the facility and during customer visits.
• Know and follow established job and facility wide safety and health procedures and rules.
• Successfully complete all company safety training.
• Actively participate in safety and health training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Bring safety and health issues, unsafe acts, and safety suggestions to management's attention or correct those you can.

Work Environment:

• Engineering Office working with the engineering team
• Testing and Developing Controls in the Software lab
• Testing and Developing controls on Hardware in the Loop Simulator    
• Testing and Developing controls on cranes    
• This position will be required to work outside as needed in various weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, dry, etc)

Travel Required: (Percentage 0-100)             International & Domestic             10%

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Pay Grade: 206.3

• Minimum: $71,067.58
• Midpoint: $88,834.48
• Maximum: $106,601.37