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Principal Software Engineer

Adecco

York and North Yorkshire

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 75,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of automation technology as a Principal Controls Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will create innovative control software across leading PLC platforms, manage dedicated project teams, and ensure high-quality software design that meets customer and regulatory requirements. You will be part of a vibrant work culture that fosters creativity and expertise, making a significant impact in the automation industry. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in electrical or mechatronic engineering is essential.
  • Experience with Rockwell programming platforms is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Create and modify PLC software and manage software project teams.
  • Provide technical expertise and support across departments.

Skills

Electrical Engineering
Mechatronic Engineering
Project Management
Technical Support

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite
Rockwell Programming Platforms

Job description

Our client is a leading organisation in the automation industry.

They are at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of automation technology. With a vibrant and collaborative work culture, they provide an environment where creativity and expertise thrive.

Responsibilities:

As a Principal Controls Engineer, you will play a crucial role in creating control software across leading PLC platforms such as Rockwell and Beckhoff. You will lead project teams consisting of Senior Software and Software Engineers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software design based on customer and regulatory requirements. Your key responsibilities will include:

  1. Creating and modifying PLC software, vision applications, robot applications, motion applications, and HMI/visualisation systems
  2. Managing software project teams' progress against defined key milestones
  3. Developing and maintaining software templates and libraries
  4. Providing technical expertise and acting as the point of contact for project-related topics
  5. Overseeing software design code reviews
  6. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and providing data for project performance evaluation
  7. Assisting with commissioning on customer sites, both in the UK and overseas
  8. Offering technical support across departments, including simulations, estimating, and hardware/software selection
  9. Providing aftersales support for existing machinery and installations

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

  1. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
  2. Knowledge and experience in electrical or mechatronic engineering

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

  1. Proficiency in the use of Rockwell programming platforms
  2. Integration of robotics into automation solutions

How to apply:

If you are a passionate and experienced Controls Engineer looking to make a significant impact in the automation industry, please apply with your updated CV. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing this exciting opportunity further.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
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