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# Associate Software Controls Engineer in Corvallis

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Corvallis, OR, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $76,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Controller Development System (CoDeSys), Computer Programming, SolidWorks (CAD), Linux, Wonderware, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, Maple Software, Software Project Management, Virtual Machines, Visual Systems, State Machines, Eplan, Vba Programming Language, Fanuc
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/associate-software-controls-engineer-corvallis-31570404

## About the Role

* B.S. in Software or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent experience in a related field. MSEE is a plus.
 * 1-3 years of professional hands-on Software Controls Engineering designing complex automated systems.
 * Up to 20% of travel may be required between locations.
 * Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required due to the nature of our business and multiple client sites.
 * Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
 * Background checks are required., * Programming, using a wide variety of and platforms such as LabVIEW, Python, VBA, VB, C (C, C++, C#), Java.
 * Possesses a high level of proficiency and expertise in several of these environments:
 + HMI - Rockwell, Siemens, Codesys (Beckhoff, B&R, Bosch). Maple Systems, Wonderware, Inductive Automation Ignition.
 + Industrial Robotics - Fanuc, Epson, Denso, ABB.
 + CAD - AutoCAD Electrical, Solidworks Electrical, EPLAN.
 * Familiarity with Virtual Machines, Linux, embedded systems.

## Description

* Identify and integrate off-the-shelf components including controllers, pneumatics, fluidics, robots, vision systems, motion systems, sensors, part handling systems, safety systems, and conveyors.
 * Validate solutions through engineering analysis and calculations.
 * Power up and troubleshoot automation systems during startup phases.
 * Ability to provide design directions and lead multiple engineers in projects.
 * Assist in proposal writing by providing design concepts, labor and material estimates, and scheduling.
 * Develop and maintain comprehensive software project planning documentation including detailed machine control specifications, state machine diagrams and task register for tracking and managing project software activities.


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