Software Engineer

PROFITEC SOLUTIONS LTD; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to work on automation and control systems within the Water & Wastewater industry. This full-time role involves delivering high-quality solutions from design to commissioning. The candidate should possess strong PLC and HMI programming skills, have experience in software testing, and a solid understanding of the industry. Join us to contribute to innovative control systems that enhance the UK’s water infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience working with automation and control systems.
• Demonstrable software programming experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality solutions from design to commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with client standards and industry best practices.

Skills

PLC and HMI programming

Software testing

Client management and communication

Telemetry testing and troubleshooting

Design documentation creation

Understanding of Water & Wastewater industry

Network setup and integration

Education

Electrical qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on automation and control systems within the Water & Wastewater industry. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality solutions from design through to commissioning, ensuring compliance with client standards and industry best practices.

The successful candidate will be working 40 hours a week.

Profitec Solutions is part of Browne Group, a leading contractor in the UK water and civil engineering sectors. We play a key role in delivering the smart systems that power and protect the UK’s water and utilities infrastructure.

Operating from our dedicated factory in Cookstown, Northern Ireland, we design and build intelligent control and automation systems that help treatment sites operate safely, efficiently and with real-time visibility. Our in-house team delivers everything from high-quality MCC panel manufacturing to full process automation, SCADA integration and off-site electrical builds, supporting projects across the UK.

Our factory-built systems reduce time on site, improve safety and ensure consistent quality. With a strong track record across the UK and Ireland, we’re trusted by major water authorities to deliver reliable, future-ready control systems.

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to create design documentation (FDS, system architecture, PLC I/O lists, hardware selection).
• Strong PLC and HMI programming skills using client standards.
• Experience with software testing (simulation or hardware) and commissioning.
• Knowledge of network setup and integration with multiple PLCs.
• Telemetry testing and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Effective client management and communication skills.
• Solid understanding of the Water & Wastewater industry.
• Demonstrable experience in software programming.
• Electrical qualification or equivalent experience.

Please note that we drug and alcohol test all new starters when they join.

If you’re interested in joining our team, apply today and bring your expertise to Profitec Solutions Limited.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time

Job Function & Industries

• Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing; Engineering Services; Air, Water, and Waste Program Management