Software Engineer Position @ Pfizer

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Pfizer Poultry Health

Pfizer Poultry Health Division (PPHD) is the leading worldwide supplier of in ovo delivery systems. PPHD has commercialized and is developing in ovo biological and pharmaceutical products for the global poultry industry. As an industry leader PPHD is committed to hiring and retaining individuals of strong character and initiative. We are currently looking to fill the following opportunity:

Software Engineer

Engineering position working on a multidisciplinary team (that includes Engineering, R&D, IT, Device Assembly, and QC members) developing software for new commercial products. Architect, debug, modify, optimize, and document LabVIEW software and control aspects of automated equipment and research systems.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential Functions):

· Architect, code, and debug LabVIEW software for National Instruments embedded controllers, PCs, and operator interfaces.*

· Architect and code using Visual Source Safe and documented software revision control procedures and assist in revising procedures as necessary.*

· Develop electrical, electronic, communications and controls hardware for use in research or automated systems.*

· Assist with data architecture design and debugging process. Must be proficient with data acquisition and PC hardware and software.*

· Perform trial runs of field installed equipment to verify functionality of control systems. Possible travel up to 25%, both domestic & international.*

· Initiate vendor contact and evaluate products to be incorporated into the equipment design.*

· Train field personnel in operation and maintenance of electrical and control aspects of automated equipment.

· Evaluate and recommend control devices such as but not limited to PLCs, PACs, operator interfaces, sensors and switches.

· Effectively document work and provide accurate and timely reporting of tasks and projects using defined company reporting structure.*

· Provide engineering leadership for small to medium level projects including task definition, assignment, and reporting following the company project tracking structure.*

Job Specifications:

· B.S. in Engineering Discipline.

· 2-6 years of LabVIEW experience including project level development.

Working Conditions: Usual office working environment plus some field work.

Disclaimer: May perform other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Manager, Controls Engineering

**Interested persons can apply via the Pfizer job site by visiting www.pfizer.com/careers. You can search by job title or requisition # 074859. Please note this position closes on 8-07-08. EOE

[Gary Rubin]

QUOTE (Shana@Pfizer @ Jul 24 2008, 04:32 PM)

Pfizer Poultry Health Division (PPHD) is the leading worldwide supplier of in ovo delivery systems.

LabVIEW lays an egg?

(sorry, couldn't help the pun...)

[Phillip Brooks]

QUOTE (Gary Rubin @ Jul 25 2008, 09:34 AM)

LabVIEW lays an egg?

(sorry, couldn't help the pun...)

I think you need a doctorate in poultry to get that pun (PPhD)