Industrial Controls Software Engineer

The name Sotera Health was inspired by Soteria, the Greek goddess of safety, and reflects the Company’s unwavering commitment to its mission, Safeguarding Global Health. Sotera Health Company is a leading global provider of mission-critical sterilization and lab testing and advisory services for the healthcare industry. With a combined tenure across our businesses of nearly 200 years and our industry recognized scientific and technological expertise, we help to ensure the safety of millions of patients and healthcare practitioners around the world every year. Across our 64 facilities worldwide, we have over 3,000 employees who are dedicated to safety and quality. We are a trusted partner to more than 5,800 customers in over 50 countries, including more than 40 of the top 50 medical device companies and 9 of the top 10 pharmaceutical companies.An experienced Industrial Controls Software Engineer with strong technical depth, hands-on industrial automation experience in the IoT space, and a track record of leading initiatives without formal supervisory responsibility. Design and deliver advanced control system software for modern industrial automation platforms while providing technical leadership and mentorship across engineering teams. Influence architecture, drive best practices, and help shape the future of our automation ecosystem.Duties and ResponsibilitiesExpanding Capacity to Support GrowthDesign, develop, and maintain industrial control software, including PLC, PAC, HMI/SCADA systems, data historian and related middleware or application logicLead the technical architecture of new controls solutions to ensure reliability, scalability, cybersecurity, and long-term maintainabilityEvaluate and select automation hardware/software platforms (PLCs, safety controllers, networking infrastructure, edge/IoT devices)Perform advanced debugging, root-cause analysis, performance tuning, and system optimizationReview system designs, source code and test plans; champion best practices in documentation, version control, and quality assuranceManage vendor relationships, including budgets, service agreements, and support escalations for control systemsChampion modern controls engineering practices (standards-based programming, modular architecture, simulation, DevOps for controls, etc.)Contribute to long-term vision for automation, industrial software, and system reliabilityIdentify and advocate for improvements across tools, processes, architecture, system instrumentation, and product roadmap planningSafetyEnsure adherence to relevant safety and compliance standards (IEC, NFPA, UL, ISO, etc.) as well as internal engineering processesPeople/PersonalCollaborate with stakeholders across operations, quality, safety, information technology, vendors, and leadership to define requirements and support successful deploymentsAbility to operate in a matrixed organization without direct report management responsibilitiesConfident/Positive demeanorValuesExemplify company core values of Safety, Customer Focus, People, Integrity, ExcellenceQualityAdministrativeEnsure all projects are executed using defined Engineering Change Management methodologyLead incident response activities, technical risk assessments, and validation or commissioning effortsEducation, Experience, & Skill RequiredBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience7+ years of experience developing industrial or automation control systems, including multiple full development or deployment cyclesDeep expertise in at least one major automation platform (e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens)Strong proficiency with data historian, data analytics and industrial networkingExperience with system modeling and HMI/SCADA toolkits, including IgnitionProven capability to translate high level business or product requirements into robust, scalable control system architecturesSpecific desired areas of knowledge include:Experience with cloud-connected controls, industrial IoT platforms, or edge computing2–3 years of backend engineering experience supporting Ignition-based applicationsFamiliarity with modern software engineering methods: CI/CD, Git workflows, simulation, containers, automated testing for controlsKnowledge of IEC 61131-3 languages (Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text)Regulatory environment knowledge - FDADisciplined/structured approachKnowledge of standards like IEC, NFPA, UL, ISOManagement of ChangeStrong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to leadership or customersImportant: Some travel requiredBenefitsSotera Health offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts401(k) program with Company match that immediately vestsPaid holidays, vacation and sick timeFree financial planning assistancePaid parental leaveEducation assistanceVoluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Sterigenics U.S. LLC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We strongly encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply.VEVRAA Federal ContractorSotera Health goes to market through its three best-in-class businesses – Sterigenics, Nordion and Nelson Labs. Sterigenics is a leading global provider of outsourced terminal sterilization and irradiation services for the medical device, pharmaceutical, food safety and advanced applications markets. Nordion is the leading global provider of Co-60 and gamma irradiators, which are key components to the gamma sterilization process. Nelson Labs is a global leader in outsourced microbiological and analytical chemistry testing and advisory services for the medical device and pharmaceutical industries.SummaryLocation: Oak BrookType: Full time