Actemium Automation Huddersfield - Software Controls Engineer

Actemium Uk; West Yorkshire; Vor Ort; GBP 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary package with pen s/

EV Car & Share Scheme

Pension

Healthcare

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Vendor certifications

Career progression

Safety, quality & innovation culture

Zusammenfassung

Actemium Automation Huddersfield, part of VINCI Energies, is seeking a capable Software Controls Engineer to join our automation team in Huddersfield. You will design, develop, and commission PLC, HMI/SCADA and related software for industrial projects across manufacturing and process sectors.

This hands-on role offers progression into project leadership, on-site commissioning, collaboration with electrical and mechanical teams, and opportunities to gain vendor certifications within a

Qualifikationen

• Must have engineering qualification or proven controls experience.
• Strong PLC/HMI/SCADA experience with industrial controls.
• Familiarity with Mitsubishi and Schneider Electric platforms is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop and test PLC control logic and function blocks.
• Develop and test HMI/SCADA applications and visualisation.
• Support FAT/SAT, commissioning and on-site activities.

Kenntnisse

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Electrical knowledge

On-site commissioning

Technical reporting

Teamwork

Driving licence

Ausbildung

Engineering qualification or equivalent

Practical controls experience

Tools

WinCC

Wonderware

Ignition

Jobbeschreibung

Actemium Automation Huddersfield, part of VINCI Energies, is seeking a capable and motivated Software Controls Engineer to join our automation team. You will work on design, development, and commissioning of control systems for industrial automation projects across manufacturing and process sectors. This is a hands‑on engineering role with opportunities to progress technically and into project leadership.

Huddersfield

Full‑time
Competitive salary + EV Car & Share Scheme + Bonus + Healthcare + Pension + Benefits

Software Controls Engineer

You’ll develop, configure and commission PLC, HMI/SCADA and related automation software solutions, ensuring systems meet client requirements for safety, performance and reliability. You will collaborate with project engineers and site teams to deliver projects on time and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test PLC control logic (e.g. Mitsubishi and Schneider Electric) and associated function blocks.
• Develop HMI/SCADA applications and visualisation (such as WinCC, Wonderware, Ignition or equivalent).
• Perform FAT/SAT activities, commissioning and on‑site support for automated systems.
• Integrate industrial drives, motion control and fieldbus/industrial Ethernet networks.
• Produce clear technical documentation, software revision records and configuration backups.
• Work with electrical and mechanical teams to support panel wiring, cable schedules and installation checks.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, client specifications and company processes.
• Provide technical support to clients and colleagues, including training and handover documentation.

What You’ll Bring

• Relevant engineering qualification (HNC, HND, degree or equivalent) or proven practical experience in controls engineering.
• Strong experience programming PLCs and HMIs/SCADA; familiarity with Mitsubishi and Schneider Electric platforms is desirable.
• Good understanding of electrical control circuits, I/O, and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with commissioning and fault‑finding on site.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare clear technical reports and interact professionally with clients.
• Organised, proactive and able to work independently or as part of a project team.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package with pension and healthcare benefits.
• EV Car & Share Scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and access to wellbeing initiatives.
• Structured training and professional development, including vendor certifications.
• Opportunities for career progression within Actemium and the wider VINCI Energies group.
• Supportive team culture with a focus on safety, quality and innovation.

Why Join Actemium?

Actemium Automation Huddersfield delivers safe and innovative automation solutions across diverse industries. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Join us to work on challenging projects, develop your skills and contribute to high‑quality engineering delivery backed by VINCI Energies.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates; however please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and throughout their employment.