Software Engineering Director jobs in Gary, IN

IMI plc
IMI plc is a sector focused organisation at the forefront of delivering motion and fluid control technologies that create a more sustainable world, improving the quality of life for our customers and communities and ultimately delivering our purpose of Breakthrough Engineering for a Better World.

The Automation platform leverages deep automation technology and applications expertise to improve productivity, safety and sustainability for our customers, Industrial Automation operates across many important industry sectors and is a world leader in supporting customers with motion and fluid control technology.

Our one big team work fairly and effectively but most importantly together to ensure we maintain the foundations that have enabled IMI’s success through over 150 years of heritage.

Role Overview:

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, design, develop, and implement custom engineered solutions meeting or exceeding customer product specifications and all industry and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to research requirements, presents design options, and document results for project teams and engineering management.
• Independently evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making adaptations and modifications.
• Communicate and behave in a professional manner that supports the mission, vision, and policies of the organization.
• Lead the design and implementation verification and validation programs to ensure designs are adequate for intended purpose.
• Apply advanced engineering judgment to problem solving in both design work.
• Select and perform design calculations and directs engineering efforts on critical projects which includes: idea/ concept development, prototype evaluation, concept verification, and production design validation.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with customers, suppliers and consultants.
• Determine and create testing methods for products at different phases in the development and present analysis of findings. This may include setup and report writing.
• Utilize Experience in C or C projects that could involve either creating or accessing QT.
• Design and develop software for new products and modify software for existing products.
• Develop software specifications based on system specifications and software architecture.
• Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
• Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure specifications are met.
• Develop and direct software system testing and validation procedures, programming, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve product integrity issues with an appropriate sense of urgency and within required company timeframes. Support cost reduction efforts on existing products.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of engineering design, documentation, and bill of material for products on both a domestic and global level.
• Effectively utilize various programs to create simple printed circuit board layout & schematic drawings for various components.
• Keep area clean and organized in accordance with 5S standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Critical Competencies for Success

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Software Engineering required.
• Advanced skills in software creation and documentation.
• Proficient in the troubleshooting of hardware and software.
• Proficient with hardware and software integration.
• Able to independently perform circuit design.           
• Able to construct PCB layout.
• Able to perform analogue and digital simulation.
• Able to perform soldering and wiring.
• Advanced skills in engineering techniques and technical writing.
• Completes and constructs technical documentation.
• Knowledge of engineering terms and standard engineering techniques.
• Advanced embedded software (JAVA) design skills.
• Advanced Visual Basic and C programming skills.
• Intermediate command of communication protocols.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
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What IMI Can Offer You
At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs. 

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share.
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Pet insurance, critical illness insurance, concierge services, legal insurance, commuter benefits (if applicable), and home & auto insurance.
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family.
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee.
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab.
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%.

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.  Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.  

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.