ASSOCIATE SOFTWARE CONTROLS ENGINEER
At Andrews Cooper, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions in the HardTech space, partnering with industry leaders in Consumer Technology, Medical Technology, Clean Technology, and Automation & Robotics. With a mission to solve novel, ambiguous challenges, we help our customers achieve significant differentiation and success in their industries. Our people-first culture is built on the core values of Own It, Help Each Other Win, and Be Cool, creating an environment where engineers can build fulfilling careers while delivering exceptional work.

The Core Values we embody:

Help Each Other Win—AC values winning as a team over personal recognition. Go out of your way to help a teammate and the team succeed.
Own It—Don’t wait for someone else to clear the way. Recognize opportunities to improve, and when obstacles arise, join forces to overcome them.
Be Cool—Be self-aware, maintain a positive attitude, prioritize emotional intelligence, and maintain composure under pressure.

If you’re passionate about solving complex engineering problems, collaborating with forward-thinking teams, and making an impact in the world of Hardware Technology, Andrews Cooper is the place for you.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

B.S. in Software or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent experience in a related field. MSEE is a plus.
1-3 years of professional hands-on Software Controls Engineering designing complex automated systems.
Up to 20% of travel may be required between locations.
Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required due to the nature of our business and multiple client sites.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Background checks are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Programming, using a wide variety of languages and platforms such as LabVIEW, Python, VBA, VB, C (C, C++, C#), Java.
Possesses a high level of proficiency and expertise in several of these environments:
- HMI – Rockwell, Siemens, Codesys (Beckhoff, B&R, Bosch). Maple Systems, Wonderware, Inductive Automation Ignition.
- Industrial Robotics – Fanuc, Epson, Denso, ABB.
- CAD – AutoCAD Electrical, Solidworks Electrical, EPLAN.
Familiarity with Virtual Machines, Linux, embedded systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Identify and integrate off-the-shelf components including controllers, pneumatics, fluidics, robots, vision systems, motion systems, sensors, part handling systems, safety systems, and conveyors.
Validate solutions through engineering analysis and calculations.
Power up and troubleshoot automation systems during startup phases.
Ability to provide design directions and lead multiple engineers in projects.
Assist in proposal writing by providing design concepts, labor and material estimates, and scheduling.
Develop and maintain comprehensive software project planning documentation including detailed machine control specifications, state machine diagrams and task register for tracking and managing project software activities.

Why join the Andrews Cooper team? This is a full-time position with compensation, benefits, and work positives, including:

Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), employee assistance programs (EAP), and dependent savings accounts (DSA).
Paid leave for maternity and paternity for birth or adoption.
Generous PTO for vacation, sick, community service, and 8 paid holidays.
In-office snacks, coffee, and sponsored lunches.
401k retirement plan with 3% employer contribution.
Access to hands-on mentorship to advance professional skills and an educational reimbursement.

The salary range for this position is based on national rates. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Base Salary: $76,000.00 - $120,000.00. Andrews Cooper is an equal-opportunity employer.

About the company

Portland-based Andrews Cooper Technology provides product development and automation engineering for medical devices and consumer products. The firm designs and builds custom automated manufacturing and test systems and delivers managed engineering services on-site or at its own facilities. It works by first understanding a client’s needs, then designing, building, testing, validating, and integrating equipment with production lines, followed by ongoing support. Its differentiators are end-to-end, tailor-made solutions and lifecycle services from design through deployment to maintenance, serving startups through large corporations. Its goal is to help clients bring safe, reliable, and efficient products to market with practical, well-engineered automation and ongoing engineering support.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$30K

Headquarters

McMinnville, Oregon

Founded

2000

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What believers are saying

September 2026 news page highlights Automate 2026, MD&M, and university-lab sponsorship activity.
September 2026 hiring shows 11 open roles, including business development and senior engineers.
Sunnyvale and Seattle client-facing roles expand revenue beyond Oregon into higher-value hardware markets.

What critics are saying

Andrews Cooper sued Helion Energy on February 19, 2025 for breach of contract.
Current openings span Portland, Corvallis, Seattle, Bothell, Sunnyvale, and Redmond, signaling execution strain.
Engineering-services revenue depends on fragmented client projects, so one lost anchor account hurts quickly.

What makes Andrews Cooper Technology unique

Portland-built automation and product-development teams serve medical devices and consumer hardware.
Invite-only Automate 2026 event with Whipsaw spotlights human-trustworthy robot design.
Andrews Cooper sponsors REALIZE MedTech Accelerator, embedding itself in early-stage innovation networks.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Parental Leave
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
Mentorship Program

Growth & Insights

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

-1%

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