PLC Software Engineer – Derby

Samuel Frank Associates; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a PLC Software Engineer to join their dynamic team in Derby. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work with Siemens control systems, providing both training and hands-on experience in a supportive environment. You will be involved in writing PLC and HMI code, participating in the full project life cycle, and gaining exposure to various engineering challenges. With a flexible approach to work and the potential for a performance bonus, this position is ideal for those looking to grow their skills and advance their careers in a thriving engineering company. If you have a passion for technology and a desire to learn, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Performance bonus (5-15%)

Access to pool cars for site work

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Degree or apprenticeship with 1-5 years of experience in PLC programming.
• Willingness to learn Siemens control systems and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Write PLC and HMI code, and attend Siemens training courses.
• Involve in the full project life cycle and deliver on all stages.

Skills

Siemens control systems

PLC programming

HMI coding

Ladder Logic

STL/SCL programming

IEC 61131-3

Control Networks (ProfiNET, Asi)

Education

Degree in Engineering

Apprenticeship in Engineering

Job description

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PLC Software Engineer – Derby – Permanent – £30-50k + overtime + bonus. Some home working available / access to pool cars for site work

Samuel Frank is recruiting for a PLC Software Engineer with strong knowledge (or a willingness to learn!) of Siemens control systems to join a rapidly growing, Derby based, specialist engineering company.

This opportunity could suit a PLC Software Engineer with a Degree plus 1-5 years’ experience or a PLC Software Engineer who has come through an apprenticeship scheme and gained experience after completing it. Alternatively, the company is open to integrating a PLC Software Engineer with more experience, basically, we’re open to all options, hence the wide suggested salary range!

Key aspects of the PLC Software Engineer position include:

1. Great opportunity to learn Siemens industrial controls systems (99% of their projects use Siemens kit) – the role would involve attending a Siemens course and then shadowing an experienced PLC Software Engineer whilst learning on the job. Engineers with existing Siemens experience will be considered favourably.
2. Write PLC and HMI code in Ladder, STL and/or SCL.
3. Small company environment, so you’d be exposed to the full project life cycle – great opportunity to see your work through to completion whilst delivering on all stages of the project.
4. Familiarity with IEC 61131-3.
5. Control Networks: ProfiNET, Asi – useful knowledge to have.
6. Creation of Software Design Specifications (SDS) and Functional Design Specifications (FDS).
7. Setup and commissioning of drives and associated systems & software interfaces.
8. The company has a flexible approach with their staff, there’s always support available and the company based performance bonus typically pays between 5-15% of your basic salary.
9. The Engineering Manager estimates the PLC Software Engineer role will be roughly a 50/50 split between being based in the office/workshop and on site, with projects typically taking 4-8 weeks to commission. Almost all of the projects are UK based and would very rarely involve any weekend working.
10. Full UK driving licence.
11. All PLC Software Engineers applying for the role must be able to work in the UK without sponsorship.

The client is easily commutable from the following places – Burton on Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Loughborough, Chesterfield and the surrounding areas.

If you would like to apply or find out more, please submit your application and we’ll be in touch.