Systems Engineer III

Seattle, WA
Date Posted:19-May-2026
Work Type:On-Site
Job Number:485523

Job Description

Title: Systems Engineer III
Location: Seattle, WA - Onsite
Duration: 7 months with possiblity of extension

Top 3 Must have skills:
  • In depth knowledge of & experience developing controls systems including developing PLC and HMI applications and integrating components like drives, barcode readers, and remote sensors.
  • Proficiency in multiple IEC 61131-3 languages.
  • Understanding of basic network troubleshooting including industrial networks like Ethercat, Ethernet/IP, Profibus/Profinet, etc.
 
Nice to have skills:
1. Knowledge of C, C++ or Java.
2. Understanding of AWS technologies (aws.amazon.com).
3. Experience deploying or managing machines in large-scale, geographically diverse environments.
 
Degree and certifications required: Bachelors in engineering
Years of experience: 5-7 years
 
Job responsibilities:
The successful engineer in this role will:
  • Understand how complex robotics workcells operate, including an understanding of servo drives, industrial networks, safety systems, and integration with host systems.
  • Have experience developing and deploying robotics workcells, including commissioning best practices, and troubleshooting methodologies for complex integrated systems.
  • Own the development of systems and features to improve system throughput, availability, quality, and improve deployment speed and efficacy.
  • Own documentation of system for immediate team as well as partner commissioning and support teams.
  • Have experience developing and evaluating metrics to judge performance of machines and systems.
  • Have experience with software development for controls systems.
 

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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $80.00/hr.