Senior Software & Controls Engineer – Machine Automation & UI Development

Fyous; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fyous, an innovator in manufacturing, is seeking a Senior Software & Controls Engineer to develop groundbreaking control systems and user interfaces for their PolyMorphic Moulding machines. This role combines multidisciplinary skills in automation, UI design, and engineering to support cutting-edge manufacturing solutions. Join a dynamic team committed to fostering a human-centric work environment and driving technological advancements.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Development Support

Flexible Working

Equity

Discounted products

Qualifications

• 4+ years in automation, embedded systems, or machine control.
• Experience in robotics or advanced machine building is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop control systems for PolyMorphic Moulding machines.
• Engineer motion control routines for servos and steppers.
• Produce technical documentation and collaborate with design teams.

Skills

Beckhoff TwinCAT

PLC

EtherCAT

C#

Python

Motion Control

Remote Monitoring

SCADA

System-Level Engineering

Agile Development

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Control Systems

Job description

Senior Software & Controls Engineer – Machine Automation & UI Development

Senior Software & Controls Engineer – Machine Automation & UI Development

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Job Title: Senior Software & Controls Engineer – Machine Automation & UI Development

Location: Sheffield, UK (Hybrid working available, candidates must be based within a commutable distance of the Sheffield office)

Type: Full-time, Permanent

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About Fyous

Fyous is revolutionising manufacturing with PolyMorphic Moulding – the world’s first infinitely reconfigurable pin tooling system. From aerospace to medical to footwear, we create machines that cut cost, reduce waste, and enable on-demand custom parts. As we scale our next-generation platforms, we’re looking for an exceptional Software & Controls Engineer to help bring our technology to life.

www.fyous.com

Our Culture

At Fyous, culture is not an afterthought – it's a core driver of our success. We’re committed to continuously building a better, more resilient, and human-centric working environment. We value openness, learning, and integrity, and we actively invest in helping our team grow not just technically, but personally.

All employees are encouraged to read from a curated library of books that shape how we work, communicate, and resolve conflict. Titles like Radical Candor by Kim Scott help foster a feedback-rich culture where people challenge directly while caring personally. Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers informs our understanding of how environment, practice, and opportunity shape excellence – lessons we apply in how we grow talent and structure work.

This shared intellectual foundation helps align behaviours, encourage thoughtful communication, and support healthier resolution of internal friction. We believe great companies are built from the inside out – and that starts with how we treat each other every day.

Role Responsibilities

As a Software & Controls Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in developing the control systems and user interfaces for our PolyMorphic Moulding machines. This is a multidisciplinary position blending low-level machine control with high-level UI design.

• Lead software engineer
• Develop real-time control systems using Beckhoff TwinCAT, including PLC logic, EtherCAT setup, and safety integration.
• Engineer motion control routines for servos, steppers, and linear actuators.
• Build desktop applications in C# or Python for 3D geometry processing, file parsing, and UI/UX development.
• Design robust, scalable system architectures.
• Interface with external hardware and industrial protocols.
• Implement remote monitoring and telemetry solutions.
• Integrate with SCADA platforms or custom dashboards.
• Contribute to electrical cabinet design.
• Produce clear technical documentation and wiring diagrams.
• Collaborate with mechanical, industrial design, and production teams.
• Use version control (Git) and support structured team development.
• Participate in system testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Support ongoing R&D and prototyping.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We’re looking for a pragmatic engineer with a deep technical foundation and a hands-on mindset.

• Proficiency with Beckhoff TwinCAT, PLCs, EtherCAT.
• Strong understanding of motion control systems.
• Experience with C# or Python for desktop application development.
• Background in 3D geometry, file parsing, and UI design.
• Experience with remote monitoring and SCADA.
• Competence in electrical cabinet design.
• Strong system-level engineering and architecture skills.
• Familiarity with Modbus, OPC UA, CAN.
• Experience in data logging and fault diagnostics.
• Use of automated testing, Git, and documentation best practices.
• Background in Agile or iterative development.
• Experience in robotics or advanced machine building.

Education & Background:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Control Systems, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years in automation, embedded systems, or machine control.

Mindset:

• System thinker with engineering pragmatism.
• Enjoys real-world problem-solving and innovation.
• Strong communicator and collaborator.
• Equity: All employees receive equity.
• Flexible Working: Core hours, hybrid options.
• Private Healthcare: Full coverage provided.
• Product Perks: Discounted Mous products.
• Development Support: Training and growth encouraged.

Application Process

Send us your CV and a short cover letter via LinkedIn.

Process:

• Technical challenge
• On-site interview
• Final interview

We’re ready to hire immediately but are happy to wait for the right candidate.

Join us in rethinking how things are made.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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