Actemium Automation Warrington - Software Controls Engineer

VINCI Construction France; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in industrial automation as a Software Control Systems Engineer in Warrington. You'll be involved in creating innovative control and automation solutions, collaborating directly with clients. With a competitive salary of £40,000 to £50,000 and various benefits, this role offers great opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health shield cash plan + BUPA medical insurance

EV car purchase scheme

Pension contributions matched up to 7%

VINCI share scheme (6 months length of service qualifying period)

Death in service insurance

Qualifications

• Strong electrical engineering background required.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA development essential.
• Methodical, structured approach and collaborative mindset needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust control systems with senior engineers.
• Design and test systems based on client specifications.
• Support project planning and on-site client relations.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Control system design principles

Technical project life cycle

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Join Our Team as a Software Control Systems Engineer

Location: Warrington Office (apart of Actemium Automation Yorkshire)

Job Type: Full-time(37.5 hours/week)

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000(dependent on experience)

Are you ready to level up your career in industrial automation?

We're the Warrington office atActemium Automation Yorkshire - part of the global VINCI Group - and we're on the lookout for a Control Systems Engineer who is passionate about technology, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is ready to make an impact.

️ What You'll Do
You'll play a key role in delivering cutting-edge control and automation solutions for a wide range of industrial clients. From concept through to commissioning, you'll be involved every step of the way.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Working with senior engineers to develop robust, efficient control systems
• Designing and testing systems based on client specs and industry standards
• Supporting project planning, executing, and commissioning
• Building strong relationships with clients, including on-site work
• Develop PLC, HMI and SCADA software

What you bring

• A degree in electrical engineering (or relevant field) or a strong electrical engineering background
• Proficiency in PLC programming, and HMI/SCADA development
• A solid grasp of control system design principles and documentation
• Strong understanding of technical project life cycle
• Familiarity with industrial software and control systems
• A methodical, structured approach with great time management
• A collaborative mindset and confident working directly with customers

Why join us?

At Actemium,we believe great people deserve great rewards. Here’s what’s in it for you:

• £40,000–£50,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Health shield cash plan+ BUPA medical insurance
• EV car purchase scheme
• Pension contributions matched up to 7%
• VINCI share scheme (6 months length of service qualifying period)
• Death in service insurance
• Supportive, dynamic team with strong values

Who We Are

We're Actemium Automation Yorkshire - one of the UK's leading industrial automation providers. We specialise in:

• Conceptual design and consultancy
• Control system engineering and manufacturing
• Software development
• Full project management

Actemium Automation Yorkshire serves sectors including water and wastewater, pharmaceuticals, cement, biomass, and oil and gas.

As part of VINCI Energies, a global leader with over 220,000 employees across 120 countries, we offer the stability of a global brand with the agility of a local business.

Ready to Make a Move?

Join a team that values innovation, collaboration and continuous growth. If you're a motivated SeniorControl Systems Engineer looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you!