Embedded Firmware Engineer

Mid-Way Supply, Inc.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering solutions company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to work on complex industrial automation systems. This role involves developing machine control systems and requires experience in embedded software and PLCs. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree and 3-5 years in control engineering, with a willingness to travel internationally. A chance to contribute to challenging projects while collaborating with skilled engineers awaits you in this vibrant team environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in industrial automation, control engineering, or embedded systems.
• Experience with machine control using embedded or PLC-based systems.
• Strong experience with TIA Portal or Siemens PLCs with Step 7 programming.

Responsibilities

• Work on the development, commissioning, and support of embedded and automation-based systems.
• Develop and support embedded software for machine control systems.
• Collaborating closely with mechanical, electrical, and project engineering teams.

Skills

Embedded Software

Industrial Automation

Machine Control

PLC Systems

TIA Portal

Education

Degree in Embedded Software or related field

Job description

Job Title: Embedded Firmware Engineer

Salary: Up to £40k (depending on experience)

Location: Sheffield Based (international travel opportunities)

We’re looking for an Embedded Firmware Engineer with experience in machine control and industrial automation to join our engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a technically focused engineering team working on challenging, real‑world industrial systems. You’ll gain exposure to international projects, develop both embedded and automation skills, and play a key role in delivering complex solutions.

The Role

• Work on the development, commissioning, and support of embedded and automation-based systems.
• Mix of office‑based engineering and overseas site work, so willingness to travel is essential.
• Develop and support embedded software for machine control systems.
• Programming and commissioning industrial automation and control systems.
• Working with PLC-based control platforms.
• Supporting installation, testing, and commissioning activities on customer sites.
• Collaborating closely with mechanical, electrical, and project engineering teams.
• Troubleshooting, fault‑finding, and optimising deployed systems.
• Contributing to documentation, testing procedures, and technical handover materials.

About You

• Degree in Embedded Software or a related field.
• 35 years experience in industrial automation, control engineering, or embedded systems.
• Experience with machine control using embedded or PLC-based systems.
• Strong experience with TIA Portal (or Siemens PLCs with Step 7 programming).
• Willingness to travel internationally and work on overseas when required.
• Exposure to commissioning, site‑based troubleshooting, and customer‑facing engineering.

Please note we cannot offer sponsorship for this opportunity.

If interested, please send over an updated CV.