Actemium Automation Peterborough – Control System Software Engineer Role

Vinci Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Bonus

Private healthcare

Share scheme

Benefits

Job summary

Actemium Automation Peterborough is seeking a proactive Software Controls Systems Engineer to join our automation team. You will develop, commission and support PLC, HMI and SCADA software across multiple sectors, collaborating with project managers, hardware engineers, suppliers and customers to meet project requirements and safety standards.

You will lead on-site commissioning, create detailed functional specifications, and participate in FAT/SAT while aligning with project timelines and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing and commissioning control system software.
• Experience with PLC, HMI and SCADA software development and testing.
• Familiar with SHEQ procedures and project documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear, maintainable control system software using PLC, HMI and SCADA platforms.
• On-site commissioning, integration and testing of control systems per safety rules.
• Create and review functional design specifications and system docs.
• Lead and participate in FAT and SAT to verify project requirements.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to meet schedule and budget.
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting and remote diagnostics.
• Ensure software and docs comply with SHEQ and standards.
• Contribute to library standardisation and reusable code assets.
• Coach and mentor junior software engineers and attend client meetings.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA knowledge

HMI development

Documentation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Electrical/Control Engineering degree

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Allen-Bradley

Siemens PLCs

Job description

Location: Peterborough / Site-based | Type: Full-time | Package: Competitive Salary + Pension + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Share Scheme + Benefits

Summary

Actemium Automation Peterborough is seeking a proactive and technically adept Software Controls Systems Engineer to join our control system software team. The role involves developing, commissioning and supporting control system software integration for industrial automation projects across multiple sectors. You will collaborate with project managers, control system hardware engineers, suppliers and customers to develop, implement and test PLC, HMI and SCADA solutions that meet project requirements, safety standards and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop clear, maintainable and well‑documented control system software (PLC, HMI, SCADA etc) using industry standard platforms (e.g. Allen‑Bradley, Siemens).
• On‑site commissioning, integration and testing of control systems, in line with safety and site regulations.
• Create and review control system documentation (e.g. functional design specifications).
• Lead and participate in factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT).
• Collaborate with multiple departments and team members to ensure projects are delivered on time, in budget and to agreed specifications.
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting and remote diagnostics of control system software.
• Ensure all software and documentation comply with company SHEQ procedures, project specifications and industry best practice.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, standardisation of control libraries, templates and reusable code assets.
• Coach and mentor junior members of the software team.
• Attend client meetings and site visits as required, maintaining professional communication and accurate project records.

About You

• Proven experience in developing and commissioning control system software.
• Practical knowledge of one or more PLC and SCADA platforms, ideally one being Rockwell Automation control systems.
• Competent in producing control system documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex software and integration issues.
• Organised and detail‑focused, able to manage multiple tasks and meet tight project deadlines.
• Good communicator, comfortable working collaboratively with multi‑disciplined teams, clients and suppliers.
• Familiarity with relevant standards and safe systems of work for industrial control systems.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites and supplier facilities, with a large percentage of the on‑site activities requiring international travel.

Qualifications & Experience

• HNC/HND, degree or equivalent qualification in electrical, control systems, software engineering or a related discipline, desirable.
• Experience in control system software development, commissioning and testing.
• Experience working within SHEQ frameworks and following documented procedures.
• Manufacturer or platform specific training and certifications, desirable.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and pension provision.
• Access to ongoing professional development, training and manufacturer courses.
• Supportive team environment with clear progression opportunities within Actemium and VINCI Energies.
• Health and wellbeing benefits.
• Varied projects to develop and gain a broad technical expertise.

Actemium Automation Peterborough is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of gender, race, disability, age or sexual orientation.

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.