Automation Software Engineer

Owen Daniels; Eastleigh; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company is seeking an Automation Software Engineer based in Eastleigh. In this role, you will provide remote technical support for legacy control systems and troubleshoot electrical, control, and software issues. Essential qualifications include strong PLC programming skills and customer-facing communication abilities. The position offers a salary range of £52,000 - £59,500, with benefits including 25 days vacation, a 5% employer pension, and optional private healthcare. Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

5% employer pension

Optional private healthcare

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Remote fault-finding across electrical, controls, and software issues.
• PLC/HMI/SCADA troubleshooting and support.
• Provide upgrade advice and technical quotations.
• Improve customer experience and system reliability.
• Work within ISO 9001 standards.

Skills

Strong EC&I and controls background

PLC programming: Siemens TIA Portal & Step 7

Allen Bradley ControlLogix

HMI experience (TIA / WinCC Flexible)

Skilled in troubleshooting PLC, HMI, SCADA, and PC-based systems

Customer-facing communication skills

Education

HNC/D

Job description

Automation Software Engineer Location: Southampton, near Southampton Airport / Eastleigh

We're looking for an Automation Software Engineer to provide remote technical support for legacy control systems used by global engineering / manufacturing customers. You'll diagnose EC&I and software faults, advise on upgrades, and support a small automation team delivering high-quality customer solutions.

Automation Software Engineer Essential Requirements / Experience:

• Strong EC&I and controls background
• PLC programming: Siemens TIA Portal & Step 7, Allen Bradley ControlLogix
• HMI experience (TIA / WinCC Flexible)
• Skilled in troubleshooting PLC, HMI, SCADA, and PC-based systems
• Customer-facing communication skills
• HNC/D + 5+ years' experience

Automation Software Engineer Salary and Benefits:

• £52,000 - £59,500
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 5% employer pension, income protection, death in service
• Optional private healthcare
• Office-based (hybrid considered)

Automation Software Engineer The Role:

• Remote fault-finding across electrical, controls, and software issues
• PLC/HMI/SCADA troubleshooting and support
• Provide upgrade advice and technical quotations
• Improve customer experience and system reliability
• Work within ISO 9001 standards

If this sounds like a strong match for your experience, we'd love to hear from you