Senior Machine Control Software Engineer

• As Halo transitions from R&D to high-volume manufacturing, we are seeking a Machine Control Software Engineer to support the development, integration, and maintenance of equipment control systems for our semiconductor production tools
• This role will focus on hands-on software development and system integration, working closely with cross-functional engineering teams. The engineer will report to a senior member of the machine control team and contribute to building reliable, scalable automation systems
• Develop and maintain machine control software for semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Implement and integrate industrial communication protocols, including SECS/GEM, TCP/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, and RS232/RS485
• Develop software in C# (including WPF) for graphical user interfaces, device communication, and system monitoring
• Integrate hardware components such as robotics, motion systems, lasers, and data acquisition devices
• Support development of operator control systems and state machines for automated equipment
• Assist in debugging, testing, and validation at both system and component levels
• Work with PLCs and interface with external controllers where required
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to ensure proper system integration
• Follow established control standards, safety practices, and software development processes
• Contribute to documentation, version control, and code quality practices

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• 3 +years of relevant experience in machine control, automation, or industrial software development
• Experience developing software in C# for hardware control and UI applications
• Hands-on experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, TCP/IP, serial interfaces)
• Familiarity with PLC systems and industrial automation hardware
• If you meet most of the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to appl
• Experience with SECS/GEM and factory automation systems
• Experience with machine vision or camera systems
• Background in mechatronics or automation systems
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Understanding of motion control concepts, including PID loop control and state machine design
• Exposure to wafer handling robots or semiconductor devices
• Awareness of functional safety standards such as IEC 61508 and ISO 26262
• Good communication skills and attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in complex electromechanical systems