Career – Computer Programmer

Almex USA, Inc. is seeking Computer Programmers for its Buena Park, CA location. The individuals will be creating and modifying computer programs designed for industrial computer automation and data storage, and will be implemented into clients’ required casting systems. Individuals will apply advanced knowledge of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering theories and principles, and will use standard occupation tools to perform the following job duties:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Write, update and review coding and scripts to ensure that computer programming will work in tandem with field automation components like PLCs, analyzers, scopes and meters.
• Consult with clients and assist developers to implement changes, support and maintain the programs for their duration.
• Analyze current programming to determine upgrades and modifications needed to support and maintain the programs.
• Write, review and rewrite programming for touch-screen panels in VB6/VB.NET to ensure programs work in congruence with MySQL databases and PLCs (AB and Siemens).
• Monitor and ensure correct control system functioning and processing.
• Assist with installation of the equipment throughout the startup phase.
• Train the customer and his personnel for correct handling of the programs.

This position does not supervise any personnel, nor does it involve any software development or project management. May perform additional tasks normal to this occupation, as assigned.

Education, Skills, and Experience

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or any related Engineering major that provided the required knowledge and abilities, plus one (1) year of experience in any position providing the required skills and abilities. Individual must have demonstrable proficiency and experience with the following: Embedded C Assembly (ARM, X86, 8051); Understanding of microprocessors and microcontrollers; Real-Time Embedded Systems; Digital multi-meters and related lab testing instruments.

Additional Information

• No travel, no telecommuting, and no relocation.
• Mail resumes to: ATTN: HR, Almex USA, Inc., 6925 Aragon Circle, Suite 11, Buena Park, CA 9062
• No calls or emails.  EOE.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Almex USA is the leading supplier of commercial and aerospace aluminum billet and slab casting technology and equipment.  Our products include Degassing Systems, DC Casting Machines, Billet and Ingot Casting Systems, and Automated Process Control.  Almex is engaged in equipment and processes involving green technology for efficient recycling of aluminum alloys.

Almex provides a previously unavailable combination of products and services for melting, molten aluminum purification and DC casting. We are here to help optimize casthouse operations by minimizing casting costs and maximizing quality and safety. Our focus is on the entire melting and casting processes. Almex’s patented equipment coupled with significant experience in the day-to-day casthouse operations has proven to be of unique value to our customers. Our work manifests itself through innovations in strategy, design, and experiences, covering ideation to production.

In an industry where innovation is the key to success, Almex employees thrive on complex challenges, and the learning that results from finding solutions. We value critical thinking and expect it to come from every employee. We emphasize collaboration as a path to learning, yet we also celebrate individual perspectives that come from unique experiences.

Almex offers you the opportunity to transform your career in an environment that will challenge and energize you, and, in the end, be more fulfilling than you ever could have imagined. We provide competitive benefits including health insurance and paid vacation time.