Senior Software Controls Engineer – EV Car & Share Scheme

Actemium; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

25 days holiday

EV Car & Share Scheme

CPD and progression opportunities

Flexible working where feasible

Job summary

Actemium Automation Huddersfield, part of VINCI Energies, is seeking a Senior Software Controls Engineer to design, develop and support PLC and SCADA software for manufacturing and process automation. You will work with project teams and clients to deliver safe, reliable control systems that meet requirements.

You will lead software design, develop modular code, and support FATs and on-site commissioning, while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Lead software design and development for PLC and SCADA systems.
• Hands-on experience with Mitsubishi and Schneider Electric PLCs.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI packages and industrial networks.
• Strong documentation and testing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead software design, development and documentation for PLC and SCADA systems.
• Create architecture, I/O lists, and software build schedules.
• Develop modular, well-commented code following standards.
• Support FATs, SATs and on-site commissioning activities.
• Integrate PLC/SCADA with field devices and MES/ERP systems.
• Produce technical documentation and as-built drawings.
• Mentor junior engineers and improve processes.
• Ensure health, safety, and site rule compliance.

Skills

Mentoring

Client interaction

Documentation

Project collaboration

Education

Electrical or control engineering qualification

Tools

PLC platforms: Mitsubishi

PLC platforms: Schneider Electric

SCADA/HMI packages: Wonderware, Ignition, WinCC, FactoryTalk

Job description

Actemium Automation Huddersfield, part of VINCI Energies, is seeking a Senior Software Controls Engineer to design, develop and support PLC and SCADA software for manufacturing and process automation. You will work with project teams and clients to deliver safe, reliable control systems that meet requirements.

You will lead software design, develop modular code, and support FATs and on-site commissioning, while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with safety standards.