SpudnikEquipment Company LLC is the North American market leader for potato planting,harvesting, and handling equipment – all designed and manufactured in our stateof the art facility in Blackfoot, Idaho. We have opportunities for enthusiastic, self-directed, and innovativepeople who are interested in a satisfying and rewarding career. We are now accepting applications for thefollowing position at our Blackfoot, ID location:

POSITION: Software Engineer

LOCATION: Blackfoot, Idaho

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Software Engineeris responsible the design of electronic control systems for agriculturalequipment. The Engineer is responsible forthe analysis, scheduling, task development, and completion of assignedprojects. The Engineer will record and trackproject schedule, task status, and changes in project management software in anaccurate and timely manner. Tasks willinclude research, component selection, design, programming, documentation,testing and production support. Additionally,the Engineer will be responsible for accurate and detailed preparation of billof materials, schematics, and instructions necessary to facilitate theproduction of designed materials. Teamworkand customer service skills are critical as the Engineer will work withcustomers, vendors, employees, supervisors and managers. The Engineer will demonstrate high levels ofresponsibility and accountability; working effectively and efficiently at alltimes. The Engineer must be able to work with his/herhands outdoors as well as capable of designing in an office environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Other duties and responsibilities may beassigned as necessary.

• Perform various coding and programming tasks, such as design or development for electronic control systems including embedded systems programming in C;
• Develop specifications, selection, and quotation components forelectrical and electronic assemblies for successful equipment production;
• Design electrical and electronic systems including circuits, printed circuit boards, sensors, actuators, wiring harnesses, enclosures, user interfaces, and power supplies using requirements provided by sales staff, customers, service technicians, and management; 
• Learn quality standards and know the quality measurements for electriccomponent assembly;
• Test and troubleshoot electrical systems, components, and assemblies, anddevelop proposals on corrective action using feedback provided by sales staff,customers, service technicians, production personal,and management;
• Present design options to the project team and/or upper management andfind the best solution for Spudnik;
• Create, maintain, and provide complete and accurate documentation ofdesigns including schematics, prints, diagrams,quality check sheets, and bills of material;
• Communicate with internal and external customers effectively andprofessionally;
• Work closely with management members to keep a clear focus on companygoals and objectives in order to redirect efforts inprojects or project focus due to customer or production needs;
• Perform audits on jobs and projects for completeness and accuracy;
• Be a top performer in workmanship, safety, and work ethics.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties and responsibilities may beassigned as necessary.

• Work in a team environment with little or no supervision;
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work environment;
• Promote thecompany’s core values; integrity, respect, commitment, quality, innovation.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s in Electrical,Electronics or Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Associate’s Degree inElectrical Engineering Technology, or a degree in a related field;
• Working knowledge and/or experience programming in ‘C’ for embeddedprocessors including file systems, task scheduling, user interfacing, and I/O control;
• Ability to read and interpret instructional drawings and schematics, troubleshooting,diagnostic, critical thinking, and analytical skills;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Ability to effectively work with CAD systems, schematic capture systems, spreadsheets, word processing documents, and other applicable computer systems and software;
• Agriculture experience preferred.

Machines Typically Operated

• Office machines such as computer, copier, fax machine, printer, digitalcamera;
• Other machines and equipment specific to departmental or facility needs.

Typical Physical Requirements

• Light to Medium work involving:

Climbing Handling Talking Repetitive motion

Typing Walking Stooping Pushing

Pulling Lifting Kneeling Grasping

Visual Acuity Crouching

Typical EnvironmentalConditions

Workeris subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. May have temperature changes due to workinginside a shop or outdoor environment. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to beheard above the ambient noise level. Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to movingmechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and highplaces. One or more of the followingconditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: Fumes, odors, dust mists, gases or poor ventilation. There is air and or skin exposure to oils andother cutting fluids.

PAY: DOE

TOAPPLY: Apply online at www.spudnik.com via the Careers page.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Open until filled

SPUDNIK IS A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE.