Senior Software Controls Engineer – PLC/HMI/SCADA

VINCI; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share Scheme

Healthcare

Pension

EV Car Scheme

Bonus

Job summary

Actemium Automation Warrington, part of Vinci Energies, is seeking a Senior Software Controls Engineer to deliver PLC, HMI and SCADA solutions across regulated industries. You will own technical design, development and commissioning and lead project execution.

The role requires Siemens PLC/SCADA proficiency, IEC 62443 cybersecurity awareness, and mentoring of junior engineers. A related engineering qualification is expected and background in water, energy or process sectors is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with PLC/HMI/SCADA platforms (Siemens preferred).
• Understanding of OT cybersecurity principles aligned to IEC 62443.
• Good understanding of instrumentation, process engineering principles, and control philosophies.
• Confident communicator with leadership/mentoring experience.
• HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering, Automation or related field.
• Experience in regulated sectors (water, energy, process).

Responsibilities

• Lead software design, development and commissioning of PLC/HMI/ SCADA systems.
• Proficient in producing technical documentation including system architectures, functional specifications, I/O lists and test procedures.
• Develop structured, modular, and well‑commented code following company and industry standards
• Support FATs, SATs and on‑site commissioning activities, including diagnostics, troubleshooting and software modifications
• Integrate PLC/SCADA with field devices, industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus) and higher‑level systems (MES, ERP).
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership

Skills

PLC/HMI/SCADA platforms

Siemens

OT cybersecurity (IEC 62443)

Leadership/mentoring

Instrumentation/Process/Control

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering or Automation

Tools

Ethernet/IP

Profinet

Modbus

Job description

Package: Competitive Salary + Share Scheme + Healthcare + Pension + EV Car Scheme + Bonus

Actemium Automation Warrington (part of Vinci Energies) is looking for a Senior Software Controls Engineer to deliver PLC, HMI and SCADA solutions across regulated industries. This role offers technical ownership, varied project work and strong support for wellbeing and career development.

The Role

• Lead software design, development and commissioning of PLC/HMI/ SCADA systems.
• Proficient in producing technical documentation including system architectures, functional specifications, I/O lists and test procedures.
• Develop structured, modular, and well‑commented code following company and industry standards
• Support FATs, SATs and on‑site commissioning activities, including diagnostics, troubleshooting and software modifications
• Integrate PLC/SCADA with field devices, industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus) and higher‑level systems (MES, ERP).
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership

About You

• Strong experience with PLC/HMI/SCADA platforms (Siemens preferred)
• Understanding of OT cybersecurity principles aligned to IEC 62443.
• Good understanding of instrumentation, process engineering principles, and control philosophies.
• Confident communicator with leadership/mentoring experience
• HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering, Automation or related field
• Experience in regulated sectors (water, energy, process)

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates; however, please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and throughout their employment. Due to the nature of this role and the requirements of the projects undertaken, applications are only being considered from UK nationals.