Software Engineer

EC&I Partners; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Oil & Gas industry is seeking a Software Engineer to design and commission software solutions for industrial control systems. The role involves collaborating with teams to ensure high-quality performance and includes a competitive salary and benefits package, emphasizing professional development and innovation in renewable energy.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank/public holidays

Employer pension contributions

Option to buy 3 additional days annual leave

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after 2 years

Death in Service

Access to vocational rehabilitation

Long service vouchers and additional holidays

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills (verbal & written).
• Proficiency in IEC programming (ST preferred).
• Experience in software/systems design lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for PLCs, PACs, and HMIs.
• Conduct system testing to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• Commission integrated systems at client sites.

Skills

Communication skills

IEC programming

Software design lifecycle

Network communication protocols

Control & Instrumentation Engineering

Operational Technology Cyber Security

PLC platforms knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Software Engineer
Location: Bristol, with occasional site visits required and up to 2 days per week WFH.

Salary: up to GBP60,0000
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

Job Overview:

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for programming, designing, and commissioning software solutions for industrial control systems. You will work closely with internal teams and clients to ensure high-quality system performance, from development through to implementation.

Benefits:

• Up to GBP60,000 annual base salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank/public holidays
• Employer pension contributions
• Option to buy 3 additional days annual leave
• Enhance Maternity and Paternity pay after 2 years of service
• Death in Service
• Access to vocational rehabilitation.
• Long service vouchers and additional holidays

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop software for PLCs, PACs, and HMIs.
• Produce and maintain design documentation.
• Conduct system testing to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• Commission integrated systems at client sites.
• Provide software support across different departments.
• Troubleshoot Orbital systems in the field and provide technical support.
• Maintain development/design records in line with Orbital's QA system.
• Assist team members with technical issues and knowledge sharing.
• Support other engineering disciplines within the design team.
• Attend and contribute to design working group meetings.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills (verbal & written).
• Proficiency in IEC (phone number removed) programming (ST preferred, FBD, SFC, LLD).
• Experience in software/systems design lifecycle.
• In-depth knowledge of network & serial communication protocols.
• Understanding of Control & Instrumentation Engineering and gas industry standards.
• Knowledge of Operational Technology Cyber Security.
• Experience with multiple PLC platforms (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, etc.).

Why us?

Our client emphasizes professional development and upholds five core values: Safety, Service, Strength, Sustainability, and Success. Join them in driving innovation in decarbonization and renewable energy while working within a supportive and growth-oriented environment within the Oil & Gas industry.

EC&I Partners is acting as an employment business and an employment agency.