Software Application Engineer

Vision Municipal Solutions; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking passionate software engineers to join their Systems Integration Team. This exciting role involves designing and testing PLC and SCADA software, along with producing vital project documentation. Candidates will have the opportunity to enhance their skills through formal training for qualifications such as HNC/Degrees and specialized training in industry-standard software. The role requires a strong understanding of electrical systems and PLC programming. If you're eager to advance your career in a dynamic environment that values growth and learning, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills with experience in software engineering and PLC programming.
• Qualifications in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design and test PLC and SCADA software while producing essential project documentation.
• Deliver projects on-time, ensuring compliance with standards and contractual requirements.

Skills

Software Engineering

PLC Programming

SCADA Systems

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Documentation Standards

Education

HNC/Degree in Computer Science

HNC/Degree in Software Engineering

HNC/Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley

Siemens

Mitsubishi

Wonderware

Rockwell

Job description

Hybrid - Norwich, Coventry, WFH Job Summary: We invite candidates eager to build or advance their software engineering careers to join our Systems Integration Team. This role involves designing, constructing, and testing PLC and SCADA software, as well as producing essential project documentation. Successful candidates will gain access to formal training for qualifications such as HNC/Degrees, alongside specialized training in industry-standard software like Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Mitsubishi.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand and interpret the functional / control / system requirements of the project / requirement.
• From 1) and where applicable, to design documents including I/O lists, FDS, SDS, test documents, etc.
• From 2) to programme PLCs and HMI s (including but not limited to Allen Bradley, Siemens and Mitsubishi) and where applicable, to configure Schneider systems (namely Wonderware, Rockwell and Siemens). Note: Training will be given where necessary.
• Deliver assigned projects on-time and to cost (in accordance with Standards and contractual requirements).
• Continually demonstrate expert knowledge of computer / PLC logic and flow-charting.
• Understand low voltage electrical systems and drawings.
• Attend customer s sites whenever required always upholding the Company s Culture and Values.
• Where necessary, to review and repair legacy code.
• Conduct system analysis and development, sometimes with limited support from other personnel and to keep systems current with changing technologies and methodologies.
• Test and proof programs to ensure that functionality, logic and syntax is correct / in accordance with the FDS and Test Plan.
• Document code consistently and in all software so that it can be fully understood by other individuals (internally and externally) and that it fully complies with Standards / expectations / best practice.

Candidate Requirements:

• Strong IT and software engineering skills (e.g., Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Databases).
• Experience with SCADA, PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi).
• Knowledge of electrical systems and low-voltage controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to documentation standards.
• Qualifications: Secondary education (Trainee level) or HNC/Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Electrical/Electronic Engineering.

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