Software, Controls & Automation Engineering Coordinator

Premier Foods; Wirral; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading British food company based in Moreton is seeking a Software, Controls & Automation Engineering Coordinator. The ideal candidate will oversee PLC and software management while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Required qualifications include an HND or Engineering Degree and at least 3 years of hands-on controls experience. This position offers a salary of £52,500 per annum and opportunities for professional growth in an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Benefits package

Opportunities for learning and career development

Supportive culture that encourages innovation and collaboration

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ front-line controls experience.
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens PLCs, SCADA/HMI platforms.
• Software writing experience and knowledge of industrial networks.

Responsibilities

• Act as site lead for PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems.
• Manage software updates and compliance with safety standards.
• Deliver in‑house training on PLC and software processes.

Skills

PLC management

SCADA systems

HMI systems

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Education

HND or Engineering Degree (Mechatronic/Robotic/Software/Engineering)

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Profibus

ProfiNet

Ethernet

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Software, Controls & Automation Engineering Coordinator

Location: Moreton (Wirral), GB

Salary: £52,500 per annum

Hours: Days (08:30 – 17:00) with flexibility for plant start-ups and on‑call support

About the Role

Join Premier Foods and help us power automation excellence across our Moreton site, the home of the Cadbury Mini Roll. We’re looking for a Software Controls & Automation Coordinator to lead PLC and software management, fault finding, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a key role driving automation capability and supporting our engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as site lead for PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems, ensuring robust software management and change control.
• Champion continuous improvement and reliability across automated systems.
• Manage software updates, modifications, and compliance with safety standards.
• Deliver in‑house training to upskill engineers on PLC and software processes.
• Support CAPEX projects and liaise with system integrators.
• Provide weekday on‑call support (Mon–Thu, 5–10pm).

What We’re Looking For

• HND or Engineering Degree (Mechatronic/Robotic/Software/Engineering) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ front‑line controls experience.
• Hands‑on experience with Allen‑Bradley, Siemens PLCs, SCADA/HMI platforms.
• Software writing experience and knowledge of industrial networks (Profibus, ProfiNet, Ethernet).
• Strong problem‑solving skills, self‑starter attitude, and flexibility.

Why Join Us?

At Premier Foods, we foster a people‑first culture that values well‑being, individuality, and continuous growth. You’ll work in a warm, inclusive environment where your expertise drives meaningful change. We offer:

• A salary of £52,500 per annum with benefits package.
• Opportunities for learning and career development.
• A supportive culture that encourages innovation and collaboration.
• The chance to contribute to iconic brands loved across the UK.

A great British food company

Premier Foods is one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, employing over4,000 colleagues at 13 manufacturingsites and offices up and down the country.

Many of our brands have been part of UK lifefor more than a century and you’ll find them in 90% of British households.

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticityandindividuality. We aim to ensure all existingand futurecolleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.