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Software Engineer, Pump and Abatement Support

Pfeiffer Vacuum
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Dec 2025

About the role

 

Busch Vacuum Group is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling.

 

 

We have an exciting direct hire opportunity for a Software Engineer focused on Pump and Abatement Support!

 

The Software Engineer supports pump and abatement software across U.S. semiconductor customer sites. This role focuses on software integration, troubleshooting, and controls support for field, fabrication, and applications teams. The engineer provides technical ownership of PLC logic, Siemens environments, and related control systems.

 

This position delivers strong customer support, clear communication, and technical accuracy. The engineer works with internal teams in the US, France, and Germany to support product updates, root cause work, and continuous improvement. The role requires travel of up to 20 percent.

 

 

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with occasional domestic or international travel.

 

 

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, apply NOW for an opportunity to find out why Busch Vacuum Group is the perfect place to grow, innovate, and excel!

 

 

Job Responsibilities

 

    • Software and Controls Support
        • Own troubleshooting and support for PLC based pump and abatement systems
        • Work with Siemens environments including TIA Portal and ladder logic
        • Support field teams with debugging, logic reviews, and configuration checks
        • Perform software testing, simulations, and validation before field release
        • Review electrical schematics and align logic with system wiring and design

 

    • Customer and Field Support
        • Provide prompt support to field service teams and customers
        • Participate in escalations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
        • Travel to customer sites as needed for onsite troubleshooting and system support
        • Communicate status updates and timelines clearly to all stakeholders

 

    • Software Development and Analysis
        • Support development, testing, and improvement of logic sequences
        • Use tools such as Python, MATLAB, and JMP for data analysis and reporting
        • Contribute to continuous improvement of control strategies and system reliability
        • Work with French and German engineering teams on new features, updates, and bug fixes

 

    • Documentation and Reporting
        • Maintain documentation for code updates, logic revisions, and system changes
        • Support reporting on software performance, issues, and improvements
        • Update test plans, troubleshooting guides, and configuration records
        • Ensure alignment with internal processes, version control, and release standards

 

    • Perform additional, reasonable duties as assigned.

 

 

Required Experience

 

    • Bachelor’s or master’s degree – Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field: Preferred
    • 3+ years of experience with industrial automation, PLC controls, or semiconductor equipment
    • Experience supporting software or controls for pumps, abatement, vacuum systems, or related equipment
    • Strong understanding of PLCs, Siemens software, and SECS/GEM communication protocol
    • Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, JMP, or related analysis tools
    • Experience reading and troubleshooting electrical schematics
    • Strong communicati

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