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Huddersfield

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GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled PLC Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating and testing advanced PLC and HMI/SCADA software applications, primarily using leading products from Siemens and Allen Bradley. You'll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects across various sectors, including chemical and oil and gas industries. With a focus on collaboration and adaptability, this role promises to enhance your skills in a supportive environment, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about automation and control systems, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Pension up to 6%
32 days holiday including Stats
Free onsite parking

Qualifications

  • Experience in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA applications is essential.
  • Knowledge of condition monitoring systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Create and test PLC and HMI/SCADA software applications.
  • Prepare design documentation and provide technical support.

Skills

PLC programming
HMI/SCADA software
Network design
Condition monitoring systems
Technical support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Siemens products
Allen Bradley/Rockwell products
MODBUS
OPC
Exor HMIs

Job description

Job Description

PLC Software Engineer

Hours: 8.00 – 16.30 Monday – Thursday, 8.00 – 13.00 Friday

Salary and Benefits: Competitive Salary DOE, Pension up to 6%, 32 days holiday including Stats, Free onsite parking

UNICAT Technologies are specialists in combustion, process, automation and control systems. We design, build, install and commission thermal process plant and electrical control systems for chemical, pharmaceutical, oil and gas, renewables and engineering industries across the globe. Our mission is built upon three core values:

  1. Innovative Catalyst and Process Technology Partner: We drive progress through cutting-edge solutions.
  2. Dedicated Collaboration: We work closely with partners to develop effective solutions.
  3. Adaptable and Flexible: We focus on enhancing customer profitability, sustainability, and efficiency.

A vacancy has arisen for an experienced Software Engineer to join the team.

Duties will include:

  1. Creation and testing of PLC and HMI/SCADA software applications primarily using Siemens / Allen Bradley/Rockwell products. Network design and implementation of industry standard protocols including MODBUS and OPC.
  2. Preparation of design documentation including I/O lists, FDS, SDI, SDS, FAT/SAT Test documents.
  3. Knowledge of condition monitoring systems (Bentley Nevada, B&K, Emerson), Exor HMIs, IIoT and Functional/Machine Safety would be an advantage.
  4. Commissioning on customer sites in both the UK and abroad. Must be prepared to work offshore when required (previous experience not essential as full training will be provided).
  5. Provide technical support to the sales, proposal, project and design teams, including simulations, estimating, software and hardware selection.

Experience within the Chemical, Petrochemical or Oil and Gas industry would be beneficial but is not essential.

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