Controls Systems Software Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Heywood; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Chroma Recruitment is seeking an Automation Software Engineer to work with a leading machinery manufacturer. This role involves engaging in the software lifecycle, SCADA & PLC programming, and collaborating on high-value machinery projects with international clients.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus scheme

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Structured training & development pathway

Matched pension contributions

Permanent health insurance

Death in service benefit

Working Out Bonus

All travel expenses covered

Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens is preferred.
• Willingness to travel internationally.
• Background in electrical design or systems integration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

SCADA & PLC programming

Machine control systems

Electrical design

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:

• SCADA & PLC programming (preferably Siemens)
• Willingness to travel internationally
• Background in electrical design or systems integration (advantageous)
• 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 on 07961 299652 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.