Software Developer
East Liberty, OH 
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Posted 12 days ago
Job Description
The Programmer Analyst is responsible for providing data acquisition guidelines, data preprocessing, conditioning, and analysis. This would involve system custom-written programming, hardware/software support for customer projects, and compiling the analysis into reports. In general, the Programmer Analyst completes the detail analysis of test data by creating custom code to determine trends and events of interest and works to define and implement any programming requirements for associated research and testing. This might include data conditioning techniques (e.g. coordinate transformations, filtering time history data, etc.), visualizing data by creating animations, applying various statistical analysis methods, and creation of custom code to  aid in the conduct of the test.  Development of data acquisition systems and application programs; performs maintenance for data acquisition systems and application programs as required; develops the required software; and works to define and implement any programming requirements for associated research and testing

Essential Functions
  • Provide recommendations in the development and use of technology and technical methods for component and/or full-scale vehicle evaluation, or other related areas of motor vehicle safety research
  • Conduct experiments and data analysis relating to vehicle safety research. Perform analyses of motor vehicle safety or tools used to evaluate motor vehicle safety using mechanical, electrical, computer, biomechanical, human factors, or other engineering principles. Maintain and update existing data acquisition systems and application programs to ensure optimal operation
  • Critically evaluate, develop, and implement new custom data acquisition systems and application programs to support testing
*TRC Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is willing to make a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job.
**Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Other Duties and Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions)
  • Development of data display software, modifications to forms, and the development of Monte Carlo simulations
  • Represent Customer and TRC Inc. at technical conferences and on committees
  • Maintain existing data acquisition systems and keep them in optimal operating condition
  • Critically evaluate develop new custom data acquisition systems to directly support testing
  • Keep up with industry trends and issues in data acquisition systems integration
  • Develop custom-written, program-specific, software when needed
  • Support TRC Inc.’s Quality and EH&S (Environmental, Health, and Safety) efforts
  • Coordinate project schedule changes and scope of work with project engineers
  • Keep up with industry trends and issues in automotive transportation fields, data acquisition, and software development
  • Develop creative solutions to difficult technical problems
  • Has business and technical knowledge to identify potential problems and opportunities that may impact projects

Qualifications
  • Must Live in the United States 3 years prior to applying 
  • Bachelor’s degree with experience or widely recognized widely as an expert in a specific area of automotive engineering or transportation research
  • 5 years of related experience preferred
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to work in a team and fully independently to reach project goals
  • Proficient in the use of instrumentation and data acquisition equipment
  • Proficient in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C, Microsoft Visual C++, Microsoft Visual Basic, and other industry recognized languages
Working conditions
  • Standard office, climate-controlled environment
  • May be exposed to temperatures below 0 degree and above 95 degrees
  • May be exposed to inclement weather
  • May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as gas, oil, and paint
Physical requirements
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time
  • Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
  • Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers



It is the policy of TRC Inc. to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practices, without regard to race, color, caste, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other characteristic protected by state or federal anti-discrimination law covering employment.

 

Job Summary
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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