Hybrid Control Systems Software Engineer - Defence/Aerospace

Holt Recruitment Group Limited; Motherwell; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Control Systems Software Engineer for a long-term contract in Motherwell. This role involves developing software for UK defence projects within a collaborative team. Candidates should have a background in Instrumentation and Control Engineering and experience with PLC programming. The contract offers a hybrid setup after an initial onsite period. Competitive hourly pay is available.

Qualifications

• Background in Instrumentation and Control Engineering or similar.
• Experience or knowledge of PLC programming.
• Experience or knowledge of SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce reliable software for major UK defence projects.
• Work within a multi‑skilled team using various tools and languages.
• Translate requirements into design, implementation, testing, and deployment.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

DCS platforms

Instrumentation and Control Engineering

Job description

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Control Systems Software Engineer for a long-term contract in Motherwell. This role involves developing software for UK defence projects within a collaborative team. Candidates should have a background in Instrumentation and Control Engineering and experience with PLC programming. The contract offers a hybrid setup after an initial onsite period. Competitive hourly pay is available.