Software Automation Manager - Miller

Miller is about building things that matter. We lead the welding industry in building advanced, solution-focused products and meeting crucial needs for welding safety and health. Our products are designed with our users for manufacturing, fabrication, construction, aviation, motorsports, education, agriculture, and marine applications. Headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (acquired in 1993). Miller Electric maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality, and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people. Fun fact: Niels Miller started the company in his little garage; similar to Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs!

Do you thrive in high-visibility leadership roles where your expertise can drive market-leading growth?

Miller Welding Automation is looking for a highly motivated individual for the position of Software Automation Manager.  In this role you will focus on new product development in collaborative and traditional robotics. The Software Automation Manager will play a key leadership role in driving above market growth in welding automation. This is a highly visible position within the ITW Welding segment, reporting directly to the Automation Business Unit Director. The position requires an individual to understand leading automation technologies and the flexibility to adapt quickly to different projects as required. The right candidate will lead a geographically diverse development team and collaborate with product management, service, and end users to enhance our user experience and create differentiated value propositions.

How you will Make an Impact:

Software Development and User Experience:

• Management of software development focused on user experience (UX) and the development of enhanced functionality for collaborative robotics.
• Looked to as a Subject Matter Expert for software-related trends and technologies in welding robotics.

Vendor Management:

• Relationship management with outside vendors and contractors.
• Evaluate outside companies and new technologies.

Talent Development:

• Identify and develop talent to create a strong team.

Drive Results:

• Finds or creates ways to measure performance against goals.
• Seeks to accomplish critical tasks with measurable results.
• Achieves excellence in performance by surpassing established standards.
• Strong sense of urgency when solving problems and getting work done.

• Work collaboratively across functions and divisions/departments in developing business opportunities to drive relevant business models, partnerships and resource investments/alignment.

What You Need to do to be Successful in this Role:

Management and Team Leadership:

• Experience managing direct reports
• Self-motivated with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Limited travel required

Programming and Development:

• Proficient writing and debugging C++, and Qt
• Knowledge and understanding of the Setup, Development and Debug in the Linux environment
• Experience with Cross Compiling

Software Testing and Integration:

• Experience with software/UX testing and defining functional tests
• Experience with software version control systems
• Systems architecture experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of industry experience

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with AI and Machine Learning
• Understanding of embedded system development
• Experience with Continuous Integration
• Experience with vision/optics integration
• Familiarity with robotics and/or industrial automation
• Managing Agile Team

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.