Process Automation Software Engineer - Contract 6-12 months initially

Controls Engineering Solutions Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Controls Engineering Solutions Ltd is seeking a Principle Process Automation Software Engineer for a full-time role based in the City of Peterborough. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining PLC-based control systems and instrumentation integration, developing control logic, configuring and testing automation software, and troubleshooting to optimise performance and safety.

You will collaborate with project engineers, design teams and clients to define requirements and

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering degree or apprenticeship.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Comply to all QHSE regulations, company policies, procedures and standards
• Deliver project specific design and engineering tasks timely and effectively
• Ensure designs comply to all regulations and customer specification
• PLC and SCADA software application development
• Testing and commissioning of the project deliverables
• Support colleagues and the needs of the business

Skills

ControlLogix (Rockwell)

FactoryTalk View SE

PLC programming

SCADA

Education

Electrical engineering degree or apprenticeship

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

Job description

Contract:

£40 per hr +overtime 6-12 months initially

Company Description:

Controls Engineering Solutions Ltd provides end-to-end services for electrical controls, instrumentation, and automation across a wide range of industries. The company delivers minor upgrades through to full turnkey solutions, including training and consultancy. Services span assessment, engineering, design, manufacture, installation, commissioning, and ongoing support. With a focus on electrical control systems and instrumentation, the organization helps clients optimize performance, reliability, and safety in their operations.

Role Description:

The Principle Process Automation Software Engineer is a full-time, role based in the City of Peterborough. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining process automation solutions, with a focus on PLC-based control systems and instrumentation integration. Day-to-day activities include developing control logic, configuring and testing automation software, troubleshooting system issues, and optimizing process performance. The role collaborates closely with project engineers, design teams, and clients to define requirements, produce technical documentation, and ensure compliant, reliable, and safe operation of control systems.

Duties:

• Comply to all QHSE regulations, company policies, procedures and standards
• Deliver project specific design and engineering tasks timely and effectively
• Ensure designs comply to all regulations and customer specification
• PLC and SCADA software application development
• Testing and commissioning of the project deliverables
• Support colleagues and the needs of the business

Qualifications:

• Electrical engineering related degree or apprenticeship
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience:

• 4+ years Rockwell Allen Bradley ControlLogix experience
• 4+ years Rockwell Allen Bradley FactoryTalk View SE experience
• Experienced in working to ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO27001 and ISO45001