<h3>About the Opportunity</h3>At Skyven Technologies, we have developed a revolutionary heat pump technology to decarbonize industrial heat and move the needle on climate change. Our technologies have the potential to completely eliminate on-site CO2 emissions from industrial steam. We implement this technology through an innovative Energy-as-a-Service model that provides clean process heat to industrial facilities. We identify, fund, design, build, and install our cutting-edge, decarbonization technologies to help industrial manufacturers reach their sustainability goals, while minimizing their risk and reducing their operational expenses. <h3>About the Role</h3>We are looking for a skilled and driven PLC Software Engineer to support the design, development, and deployment of control software for our cutting-edge steam-generating heat pump systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in true 0-to-1 software development, translating a controls narrative and PLC hardware architecture into a fully functioning, field-deployed system. You will be responsible for authoring detailed sequences of operation, writing and testing PLC code, and supporting the software throughout its lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in PLC programming and a desire to deepen their expertise in Siemens S7 platforms, PID loop tuning, sensor integration, and VFD control within a dynamic engineering team. <h3>Responsibilities </h3>PLC Development &amp; Software Engineering<ul> <li>Design, develop, and maintain PLC software for Siemens Simatic S7 PLCs and ET 200SP distributed I/O hardware.</li> <li>Develop and maintain a version-controlled library of reusable Function Blocks (FB) and User-Defined Data Types (UDT), with basic version control tracking post-deployment.</li> <li>Contribute to a scalable software architecture for various hardware configurations within the product platform.</li> <li>Assist in creating and documenting guidelines for PLC library objects, configured code, and code documentation.</li> </ul>Controls and Automation<ul> <li>Develop sequences of operation in collaboration with mechanical and electrical teams, identifying and addressing gaps in control narratives during the process.</li> <li>Integrate PID loops, sensors, and VFDs for continuous control applications.</li> <li>Support the development of custom automation tools to aid the team in configuring and deploying code for different heat pump setups.</li> </ul>Testing and Commissioning<ul> <li>Assist in bench testing and limited simulation efforts, working alongside the SCADA team.</li> <li>Help write and test basic commissioning scripts and startup procedures.</li> <li>Troubleshoot and resolve PLC software bugs during commissioning and post-deployment phases.</li> </ul>Requirements<ul> <li>B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.</li> <li>5-7 years of experience in software development with a focus on PLC programming.</li> <li>Proficiency in Structured Control Language (SCL) and Function Block Diagram (FBD) according to IEC 61131-3 standards.</li> <li>Experience writing and testing code for Siemens PLCs (Simatic S7, ET 200SP DIO), with some exposure to PID control, sensors with various signal types, and VFDs.</li> <li>Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., PROFINET, OPC-UA, Modbus).</li> <li>Ability to write sequences of operation and implement descriptive user-defined data types.</li> <li>Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.</li> </ul>Preferred<ul> <li>Experience using simulation tools for PLC testing.</li> <li>Basic skills in developing automation tools/scripts (Python, etc.) for PLC configuration.</li> <li>Familiarity with commissioning test scripts for control systems.</li> <li>Knowledge of fluid systems and steam processes.</li> <li>Exposure to functional safety, safety PLCs, and SIL requirements.</li> </ul>Benefits<ul> <li>Base Salary: $75,000 - $100,000</li> <li>Stock options</li> <li>Flexible PTO</li> <li>Paid parental leave</li> <li>Medical, dental, vision</li> <li>401k</li> </ul><h3>Location</h3><ul> <li>Fully remote; we are a remote first organization</li> <li>Must live in and be authorized to work in the United States</li> <li>Some travel may be required, up to 10-15% annually </li> </ul>

Skyven was founded to move the needle on climate change.&nbsp; Skyven's mission is to decarbonize industrial process heat.&nbsp;

PLC Software Engineer

<h3>About the Opportunity</h3>At Skyven Technologies, we have developed a revolutionary heat pump technology to decarbonize industrial heat and move the needle on climate change. Our technologies have the potential to completely eliminate on-site CO2 emissions from industrial steam. We implement this technology through an innovative Energy-as-a-Service model that provides clean process heat to industrial facilities. We identify, fund, design, build, and install our cutting-edge, decarbonization technologies to help industrial manufacturers reach their sustainability goals, while minimizing their risk and reducing their operational expenses.&nbsp;<h3>About the Role</h3>We are looking for a skilled and driven PLC Software Engineer to support the design, development, and deployment of control software for our cutting-edge steam-generating heat pump systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in true 0-to-1 software development, translating a controls narrative and PLC hardware architecture into a fully functioning, field-deployed system. You will be responsible for authoring detailed sequences of operation, writing and testing PLC code, and supporting the software throughout its lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in PLC programming and a desire to deepen their expertise in Siemens S7 platforms, PID loop tuning, sensor integration, and VFD control within a dynamic engineering team.&nbsp;<h3>Responsibilities </h3>PLC Development &amp; Software Engineering<ul> <li>Design, develop, and maintain PLC software for Siemens Simatic S7 PLCs and ET 200SP distributed I/O hardware.</li> <li>Develop and maintain a version-controlled library of reusable Function Blocks (FB) and User-Defined Data Types (UDT), with basic version control tracking post-deployment.</li> <li>Contribute to a scalable software architecture for various hardware configurations within the product platform.</li> <li>Assist in creating and documenting guidelines for PLC library objects, configured code, and code documentation.</li> </ul>Controls and Automation<ul> <li>Develop sequences of operation in collaboration with mechanical and electrical teams, identifying and addressing gaps in control narratives during the process.</li> <li>Integrate PID loops, sensors, and VFDs for continuous control applications.</li> <li>Support the development of custom automation tools to aid the team in configuring and deploying code for different heat pump setups.</li> </ul>Testing and Commissioning<ul> <li>Assist in bench testing and limited simulation efforts, working alongside the SCADA team.</li> <li>Help write and test basic commissioning scripts and startup procedures.</li> <li>Troubleshoot and resolve PLC software bugs during commissioning and post-deployment phases.</li> </ul>Requirements<ul> <li>B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.</li> <li>5-7 years of experience in software development with a focus on PLC programming.</li> <li>Proficiency in Structured Control Language (SCL) and Function Block Diagram (FBD) according to IEC 61131-3 standards.</li> <li>Experience writing and testing code for Siemens PLCs (Simatic S7, ET 200SP DIO), with some exposure to PID control, sensors with various signal types, and VFDs.</li> <li>Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., PROFINET, OPC-UA, Modbus).</li> <li>Ability to write sequences of operation and implement descriptive user-defined data types.</li> <li>Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.</li> </ul>Preferred<ul> <li>Experience using simulation tools for PLC testing.</li> <li>Basic skills in developing automation tools/scripts (Python, etc.) for PLC configuration.</li> <li>Familiarity with commissioning test scripts for control systems.</li> <li>Knowledge of fluid systems and steam processes.</li> <li>Exposure to functional safety, safety PLCs, and SIL requirements.</li> </ul>Benefits<ul> <li>Base Salary: $75,000 - $100,000</li> <li>Stock options</li> <li>Flexible PTO</li> <li>Paid parental leave</li> <li>Medical, dental, vision</li> <li>401k</li> </ul><h3>Location</h3><ul> <li>Fully remote; we are a remote first organization</li> <li>Must live in and be authorized to work in the United States</li> <li>Some travel may be required, up to 10-15% annually </li> </ul>

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