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Unreal Engine C++ Developer - Warehouse Automation

Moorestown, NJ

Opex Corp
Industrial Automation Equipment Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

$80K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Develop well-crafted and thoroughly tested software for warehouse automation systems using Unreal Engine.

  • Work closely with the Systems Engineering team on solution design and technology selection for new initiatives.

  • Mentor team members and coordinate multiple high priority tasks to deliver large, complex projects with quality.


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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

Unreal Engine C++ Developer - Warehouse Automation

Position Summary 

OPEX is a global leader in robotic warehouse automation system design, development, manufacturing, production, installation, and service. Our warehouse automation systems incorporate the latest mechanical, electrical, robotic and software technologies. We specialize in next generation goods-to-person (G2P), sortation, and warehouse control software & consulting.  OPEX's customers are among the largest e-commerce, consumer retail, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and package delivery companies in the world.  We offer a vibrant, collaborative, and entrepreneurial work environment with team members who care about producing quality products.

OPEX Corporation is currently looking for a Software Engineer to help create innovative Robotic Warehouse Automation products. This position will be responsible for the design and implementation of an Unreal Engine based dynamic virtual environment using static architectural CAD data and real time sensor data.

Responsibilities

This role requires a team-oriented, seasoned software development expert who is a hands-on coder, but also able to lead a growing team. This person will be expected to:

  • Develop well-crafted and thoroughly tested software. Our customers have unique demands which necessitate unique and creative testing solutions.
  • Hold themselves and the entire team accountable to the highest standards.  Code is merged with no warnings and all tests passing.
  • Ensure team is using contemporary software development methods and tools.
  • Work closely with Systems Engineering team on solution design, and when necessary technology selection for new initiatives. We like to use the right tool for the job.
  • Empower individuals and the team to be successful.
  • Embrace culture of continuous learning and improvement. Take what you learn and challenge status quo.
  • Confidently work within an evolutionary development process.
  • Improve quality and efficiency, in part by expanding use of automated tests.
  • Mentor others in technical and non-technical areas.
  • Deliver large, complex projects with quality.
  • Coordinate multiple high priority tasks.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • 0-5+ years of Technical/Engineering experience in a Software Development organization.
  • Prior experience working in a New Product Development environment is strongly preferred.
  • 0-5+ years of C/C++ experience is strongly preferred.
  • Working knowledge of 3D Math/Trig is required.
  • 0-5+ years of experience with Unreal Engine including:
    • Unreal source code
    • Blueprint
    • UAT
    • Visual Studio Debugging
  • Virtual Reality / Augmented Reality experience is desirable.
  • WxWidgets and JavaFX experience is desirable.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science.
  • Demonstrated ability to "fail fast", learn and rapidly iterate towards a solution.
  • Exceptional listening, verbal, presentation, interpersonal, and written communication skills. 
  • Ability to travel to client locations when necessary.

Physical/Work Environments

  • Employee may be working in an office, lab or production environment with occasional travel to customer sites.
  • Some walking between OPEX facilities.
  • Employee may occasionally lift up to 50 lbs when working directly with robotic equipment.

The salary range is $80K - $110K, based on experience.

Company Overview

OPEX Corporation is more than a manufacturer of machines. We continuously reimagine technology to power the future for our customers. 

With an innovative approach, we engineer unique automated solutions that support our customers so they can solve the most pressing business challenges for both today and tomorrow. Our scalable Warehouse, Document, and Mail Automation solutions improve workflow, accelerate change, and drive efficiencies in infrastructure. 

We are a family-owned and operated organization with more than 1400 committed employees who innovate, manufacture, install, and service products that are helping transform industry every day. We listen to our customers, respect each other, and work together to help reimagine the future through automated solutions. 

At OPEX, we are Next Generation Automation.

Benefits:

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

  • Full medical, dental and vision with low employee contribution rates
  • Paid holidays and PTO allowance
  • 401k with matching and profit sharing
  • Basic life insurance, short term and long-term disability
  • On-site fitness facility
  • Tuition reimbursement available


OPEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.


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Industry

Industrial automation equipment manufacturing and machinery manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Moorestown, NJ, US

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