Software Controls Engineer

Job Description

Allied High Tech Products is seeking a Software Controls Engineer for our Oklahoma City R&D facility. This role will work with software, mechanical, electrical, and materials engineering teams to research, design, develop, and support software used to interface with and control electro‑mechanical products and systems.

Allied High Tech Products, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and global distributor of equipment for failure analysis, materials characterization and materials research. Allied supports customers in failure analysis, materials characterization, and materials research through precision equipment, consumables, service, and application expertise. We are located in Cerritos, CA and Edmond, OK and are known around the world for outstanding design, excellent product quality and superior customer service.

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC logic and related control software for electro‑mechanical systems.
• Design and implement software interfaces for machine control, automation, and operator interaction.
• Develop and configure HMI applications for industrial equipment, with 4D Systems experience preferred.
• Support integration of motors, drives, sensors, controllers, and communication networks into production‑ready systems.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, and materials engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Read electrical schematics and mechanical assembly drawings to support troubleshooting, wiring validation, and system integration.
• Participate in R&D activities, prototype testing, debugging, documentation, and continuous improvement of equipment software.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial automation, PLC programming, controls engineering, and/or software development.
• Ability to write, modify, and troubleshoot PLC logic using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and other IEC 61131‑3 programming languages.
• Working knowledge of major PLC platforms, such as Siemens, Rockwell / Allen‑Bradley, and Omron.
• Understanding of industrial networks and protocols, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, CAN, and EtherCAT.
• Basic programming experience with C, C++, C#, and/or Python.
• Experience working with linear, stepper, brushed, and servo motors and associated controllers;
  Elmo and Parker controller experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical assembly drawings.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a collaborative R&D environment.

• Experience with Qt 5.15.2 or newer for application development and user‑interface work.
• Knowledge of OpenGL or related graphics technologies.
• Experience with PCB design tools such as Eagle, KiCad, or Altium.
• Experience developing software for equipment, instrumentation, automation platforms, or similar electro‑mechanical systems.

• Competitive salary based upon credentials and experience.
• Outstanding benefits and a great work environment.
• Great career opportunities at a quickly growing high‑tech company.
• An exciting opportunity to expand your knowledge, grow and be creative.
• Allied uses the E‑Verify program for all new hires.

Allied High Tech Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability.