Senior Control Systems Software Engineer

Capula; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working

Pension

Life assurance policy

Private health care

Cycle to work scheme

Green car scheme

Professional development and growth

Study support

Job summary

Capula is seeking enthusiastic engineers to join our Energy team for PLC/SCADA design, development and implementation across renewable power generation and storage projects. You will work in a team through the full project lifecycle, delivering upgrades, extensions and new builds.

Essential experience includes 3+ years with PLC technologies and SCADA tools, plus design/specification work and FAT/testing. Travel and a full UK driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience with PLC technologies listed.
• 3+ years' experience in SCADA configuration with listed applications.
• Experience producing Function/ System/ Detail/ Test Specifications.
• Write IEC 61131 code using ladder, FBD, SFC and structured text.
• Perform internal and Customer FATs and QA checks.
• Coach junior engineers and share knowledge.
• Knowledge of QA procedures and lifecycle.
• Willingness to travel and hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement PLC/SCADA solutions for renewable power projects.
• Collaborate in a project team across the lifecycle from requirements to delivery.
• Upgrade, modify or build new PLC/SCADA systems for customers.
• Support tests and acceptance activities at customer sites or in-house.
• Mentor less-experienced engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA configuration

IEC 61131

Functional design specs

System design specs

Test specifications

Tools

EcoStruxure Control Expert

TIA Portal

PCS7 OS

Studio 5000

Zenon

WinCC

FactoryTalk View SE

Job description

We are looking for enthusiastic & experienced engineers to join our existing Energy team to perform all aspects of software design, development and implementation for PLC based control and/or SCADA systems.

The role will require the successful candidate to work in a team on all aspects of a project lifecycle for the delivery of PLC and SCADA/DCS systems primarily in the renewable power generation and storage industry. Projects include upgrades of systems to latest versions, modification of systems for extensions and improvements as well as new build projects.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience using at least one of the following technologies:
  • Schneider M580/M340 utilising EcoStruxure Control Expert
  • Siemens TIA Portal for S7 PLCs
  • Siemens PCS7 Automation Stations
  • Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix utilising Studio 5000
• Minimum 3 years' experience /Advanced SCADA Configuration skills using at least one of the following applications:
  • COPA‑DATA Zenon
  • Siemens PCS7 OS
  • Siemens WinCC
  • Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE
  • Codra Panorama
• Experience of the following:
  • Producing Function Design Specifications, System/Detailed Design Specifications and Test Specifications
  • Writing software to IEC61131 utilising ladder, function block diagram, sequential function chart and structured text.
  • Performing Internal and Customer Factory Acceptance Tests
  • Technical Checking & Reviewing of Engineering produced by others.
• Demonstrated ability to support the development of less‑experienced team members through coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Knowledge of project lifecycle working to QA procedures.
• Willingness to travel and work away when required.
• Full UK Driving licence.

Desirable Requirements

• Knowledge and experience in the following:
  • Renewable power generation control systems
  • Delivery of safety systems to IEC 61508/61511
  • Simulation software e.g. SIMIT, PICS, WinMOD
  • Communication protocols including: Profibus/Profinet, Modbus TCP/RTU, IEC 60870‑5‑104, IEC 61850, DNP3, etc.
  • Legacy PLCs/software e.g. Rockwell RSLogix5, RSLogix 500 or 5000, Schneider Unity Pro/Concept, Siemens Step 7.
  • Site work/commissioning automation control systems
  • Cyber‑secure system delivery to IEC 62443
  • Virtualisation utilising VMWare or HyperV
  • Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025 and domain configuration
  • Network switch and firewall configuration

Benefits

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible working
• Pension
• Life assurance policy
• Private health care
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice programme
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company
• Professional memberships fees covered / study support

At Capula, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is celebrated in all its forms. We actively encourage applications from individuals of minority backgrounds, underrepresented groups, and those with disabilities. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.