Software Application Engineer

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America designs, manufactures and supports a complete range of compact equipment including compact track loaders, mini excavators, wheel loaders and construction equipment for use in such markets as construction, landscaping, utility, land management and agriculture. The products are sold primarily through a third party, independent dealer network., * This job involves developing and using system requirements to design, develop, and test software components used in machine control platforms, engine control platforms, display, and telematics platforms

• Specific responsibilities include requirements development and analysis, software design, software implementation, interface between software layers, and development/execution of test procedures
• Additional responsibilities may include interfaces between hardware and software as well as evaluating operational performance of an overall system
• Writing and implementing source codes of embedded systems and enhancing code samples of existing systems
• Testing and debugging embedded system software using different tools/methods available to improve code quality and optimize system performance
• Collaborating with other teams both internal and externally to provide post production support

Do you have experience in Test Planning (Quality assurance practices)?, * Requires a 4-year degree in an accredited Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science curriculum

• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems
• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors
• Teamwork: Knowledge of the necessity and value of teamwork; experience with; ability to work cooperatively towards shared goals and being supportive of others at all levels
• Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges
• Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements
• Experience with the operation of off-highway equipment preferred.
• Experience with hydraulics controls preferred
• Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project
• System Testing: Knowledge of system and software testing; ability to design, plan and execute system testing strategies and tactics to ensure the quality of software at all stages of the system life cycle.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation
• Experience in developing and testing embedded languages such as C code, Plus+1 GUIDE, Python, VBA
• Experience with CAN/J1939 protocols
• Experience using real-time operating systems and object-oriented design patterns

Pulled from the full job description

• AD&D insurance
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance, This position offers the potential for discretionary bonus compensation up to 10% of base salary.

Benefits: YCENA currently offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, Voluntary Term Life, Short & Long Term Disability, EAP, HSA, Medical & Dependent Care FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(K) plan with a company match of up to 4%.