Automation Software Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering business is seeking an Automation Software Engineer to deliver bespoke control solutions for high-performance machinery. This role involves working on the full software lifecycle and offers opportunities for international travel. The ideal candidate will have expertise in SCADA & PLC programming and a background in electrical design.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus scheme

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Structured training & development pathway

Matched pension contributions – up to 14% employer contribution

Permanent health insurance (after 6 months continuous absence)

Death in service

Working Out Bonus

All travel expenses covered

Qualifications

• Experience with SCADA & PLC programming, preferably Siemens.
• Willingness to travel internationally.
• Background in electrical design or systems integration is advantageous.
• Understanding of machine control systems including pneumatics and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Work on the full software lifecycle for control systems.
• Develop new solutions for high-spec machinery.
• Support commissioning and customer service activities internationally.

Skills

SCADA & PLC programming

Electrical design

Systems integration

Machine control systems

Job description

Job Description

Chroma Recruitment is proud to be working with a global machinery manufacturer at the forefront of high-performance vacuum and coating technology, supporting industries such as packaging, security, and decorative applications. This is an excellent opportunity for an Automation Software Engineer to join a leading engineering business delivering bespoke control and automation solutions to a truly international client base. You’ll work on the full software lifecycle — from configuring modular control systems to developing new solutions for unique, high-spec machinery. The role is primarily factory-based with opportunities for global travel to support commissioning, retrofits, and customer service activities.

Key Requirements for Automation Software Engineer:

1. SCADA & PLC programming (preferably Siemens)
2. Willingness to travel internationally
3. Background in electrical design or systems integration (advantageous)
4. Understanding of machine control systems including pneumatics, hydraulics, and winding

Benefits Package for Automation Software Engineer:

• Performance-related bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Structured training & development pathway
• Matched pension contributions – up to 14% employer contribution
• Permanent health insurance (after 6 months continuous absence)
• Death in service
• Working Out Bonus
• All travel expenses covered (hotels, transport, etc.)

If you're an Automation Software Engineer with a passion for advanced control systems and want to work on international, high-value machinery projects — this could be the next step in your career. Apply today or contact Harry Ogilvie at Chroma Recruitment for a confidential discussion. Know someone else who fits the bill? Chroma Recruitment offers a referral bonus for successful introductions. Chroma Recruitment is acting as an employment business in relation to this position.