Software Control Engineer

Overview

Balance Technology Inc. (BTI) - a leading manufacturer of precision measurement and testing equipment - is seeking a Software Control Engineer to develop software that directly interfaces with PLCs, sensors, and precision balancing machinery. This is not a typical desk or app-development role. You will build PC-based applications that communicate with industrial devices on the factory floor, where your work will have a direct impact on machine performance and product quality.

• Work at the forefront of industrial automation and precision engineering.
• Solve challenging technical problems in a factory or lab environment.
• Build solutions that integrate software, hardware, and mechanical systems for high-impact results.
• Opportunities for domestic and international travel to work directly with clients and experience your systems in action.

• Design, implement, and document real-time measurement and control software for automated equipment.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot computer hardware, peripherals, and measurement sensors.
• Ensure all systems meet customer requirements and BTI quality standards.
• Lead machine power-ups at BTI or customer sites, guiding technicians and machine builders through debugging, setup, and qualification.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field, or six years of relevant experience and/or training.
• Skilled in developing software using C#, Visual Basic, C++, or similar languages.
• Familiar with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Familiar with PLC- and PC-based control systems, including motion control.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of solving complex problems under tight deadlines.
• Flexible and willing to travel up to 10% to support our clients and projects.

• Hands-on experience in industrial automation, test systems, or measurement systems.
• Experience developing PC-based applications that integrate with industrial controls.
• Ability to independently take ownership of a project from concept through on-site deployment and commissioning.
• Strong critical-thinking and troubleshooting skills, especially in dynamic factory or lab environments.