Embedded Software Engineer for Sensor Systems

You will be a part of Industrial Automation – Marine and Ports – Ports – Motion Control & Sensors unit. ABB Ports is specialized in advanced automation and information systems for motion control of all types of container cranes. We are the leading supplier of crane systems and are active worldwide. In the large terminal automation projects, we deliver electric and automation systems for 50 to 100 cranes, to the major container ports in Europe, Asia and North America.In a modern container terminal there are remotely controlled Ship-To-Shore cranes, which handle the loading/off-loading of the container ships. These are in the storage yard supported by stacking cranes, robotized cranes weighing hundreds of tons, which automatically move and with high precision stack the containers. The operation of all the cranes is controlled from a central control room to optimize the productivity of the terminal.Tasks You will be part of the sensor team and contribute to the development of our next generation sensor system as well as maintain and refine our existing solutions. One of your main challenges in this role will be developing new products while also supporting delivery projects with expertise. Your focus areas will be: Embedded software engineering of both existing and new sensor systems. Working half and half on new product development and on customer-oriented changes in field installations.Low level software- and systems engineering from software/hardware integration to embedded Linux control applications.Development of interface applications and integration layer into our master PLC.Continuous improvement of software engineering practices.Continuous improvement and adaptations of existing sensory systems.  Requirements: We are looking for a software developer with knowledge in embedded systems development as well as solid understanding and capability to grow in systems engineering and sensor systems. You hold a Masters’ degree in Computing Science, Mechatronics, Robotics, or similar. As our customers are world-wide you should have the ability to travel across the world to work on practical system integration topics.Some of the skills below would give you a head start: Solid understanding of C/C++, Python, UML, Linux.Willing to learn or already experienced in PLC programming using IEC 61131-3 languages.A good understanding of the state space formulation of the world as described in control and estimation theory. Experience from embedded software engineering and real time operating systems.Able to read and understand circuit diagrams as base for software development.  Since you will be working in a global, multicultural environment, in addition to Swedish, we expect you to be proficient in English as well, written and spoken alike. On the personal level, you are positive with a proactive mindset, relentless, driven, curious and open to change. You are a person with a strong focus on delivery and your communicative and collaborative skills help you build trust both in the team and towards colleagues and customers. Moreover, you are open-minded and contribute with the ability to create a good atmosphere.Sounds good? This role is varied, challenging and extremely rewarding and provides the opportunity to work in a very international environment. Apply today and help us develop for the future! Additional information: Recruiting Manager Pontus Klang, +46 21-34 01 48, will answer your questions. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Rose-Mary Olofsson +46 21-34 04 21, Unionen: Krista Andersson +46 21-34 02 85, Ledarna: Lenny Larsson, +46 21-32 85 47. Any other questions please contact recruiting consultant Elisabeth Edström +46 21-32 5122.  Positions are filled continuously. Apply with your CV, academic transcripts and a cover letter in English or Swedish. Welcome to apply! ABB (ABBN: SIX Swiss Ex) is a pioneering technology leader with a comprehensive offering for digital industries. With a history of innovation spanning more than 130 years, ABB is today a leader in digital industries with four customer-focused, globally leading businesses: Electrification, Industrial Automation, Motion, and Robotics & Discrete Automation, supported by its common ABB Ability™ digital platform. ABB’s market leading Power Grids business will be divested to Hitachi in 2020. ABB operates in more than 100 countries with about 147,000 employees. http://www.abb.com