What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer II - Franklin Electric - Energy Systems position at Franklin Electric?
Application Deadline: 1 August 2026
Department: Engineering
Location: US - Maine - Saco
At Franklin Electric Energy Systems, engineering plays a critical role in delivering reliable, innovative solutions that power the fueling and energy industries worldwide. The Software Engineer II is responsible for identifying software requirements and leading the design, validation, verification, and compatibility of software used across Franklin Electric products and platforms.
This role develops and supports software solutions for automated and embedded systems, as well as server‑based applications that enable our global IoT environments. Working cross‑functionally with product, hardware, and operations teams, the Software Engineer ensures robust, scalable, and high‑quality software that supports both new product development and continuous improvement of existing platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Software Engineering & Technical Leadership
• Analyzes functional requirements and translates them to product design.
• Contributes to development projects for new and existing products in various software languages.
• Provides existing software project engineering and improvement support.
• Provides software demonstrations to stakeholders internally and occasionally externally.
• Participates in root cause analysis for reported product issues in the field and lab.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
Quality, Validation & Reliability
• Ensure software solutions meet performance, reliability, and compatibility requirements across operating environments.
• Collaborate in validation, verification, and regression testing activities to support product releases and updates.
• Apply disciplined version control, defect tracking, and documentation practices to maintain software integrity and traceability.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field required.
- Professional experience in software development or systems engineering.
- Experience with one or more of the following technologies:
- Linux environments
- C and SQL
- HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Version control and defect management tools
- Preferred experience includes:
- Embedded Linux and IoT systems
- Python and/or C
- Networking and physical/industrial systems
- Tools such as Subversion and Redmine
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to learn new platforms, systems, and technologies quickly.
- Clear communicator who can translate technical concepts for diverse stakeholders.