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# Controls Software Engineering

- **Company:** Stellent IT LLC
- **Location:** Fort Washington, PA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Firmware, Robotic Automation Software, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, System-level Testing
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/usd08ee307a145483c22003d114bbea144

## About the Role

Based on the discussion, candidates with a Controls Software Engineering background focused primarily on PLC programming may be relevant only if they also possess strong hands-on electrical hardware experience.
The ideal candidate should have the following experience:

 * Looking for a pure Electrical Engineer with strong hardware and system integration expertise
 * Hands-on experience with:
 * PLC programming and control systems.
 * Hardware troubleshooting and independent debugging.
 * Power distribution systems.
 * Wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and cable routing.
 * Motor control circuitry and motor integration (mandatory).
 * Firmware exposure and signal-level debugging.
 * Circuit boards, control boards, and ADC circuits.
 * Experience integrating multiple machines/systems by working with signals, interfaces, and control system boards.
 * Ability to assemble complete systems, perform basic system-level testing, and troubleshoot electrical issues independently.
 * Experience with robotic systems, especially involving movement of materials from one point to another using motors and control systems.
 * Knowledge of electrical design diagrams and system-level debugging is highly preferred

Relevant Industry Background:

 * Medical Devices
 * Warehouse Automation
 * Semiconductor

Overall Clarification Needed:
The requirement appears to lean more toward a Hardware/Electrical Engineer rather than a software-focused controls engineer. Candidates should have practical experience in electrical hardware, system integration, motor control, and troubleshooting, with PLC programming serving as a complementary skill rather than the primary focus. This version should make it much easier for recruiters to understand the profile requirements and screen candidates accordingly.



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