Software Engineer

J Browne Construction Company Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Profitec Solutions, part of Browne Group, seeks a Software Engineer skilled in automation for the Water & Wastewater sector. You will design, implement and commission control systems, ensuring client standards and industry best practices. Experience with testing, telemetry and multi-PLC integration is essential.

Based in Cookstown, Northern Ireland, the role offers a 40-hour week in a collaborative team focused on safe, efficient water treatment solutions across the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Water & Wastewater industry is essential.
• Ability to create design documentation and system architecture.
• Strong PLC/HMI programming to client standards.
• Experience with software testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality control and automation solutions from design to commissioning.
• Test, validate and integrate multiple PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Engage with clients to manage expectations and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Water industry experience

Software testing

Commissioning

Network integration

Telemetry testing

Client communication

Software development

Education

Electrical qualification

Tools

Mitsubishi GX Works

Allen Bradley Studio 5000 Logix

Siemens TIA Portal / Unified HMI

Wonderware SCADA systems

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer, with previous experience in the water industry, 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, based in Cookstown, Northern Ireland.

Profitec Solutions

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.

We offer opportunities for people with a wide range of skills and backgrounds, from hands-on engineering to digital systems and project support. At Profitec, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, precision and continuous improvement.

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 in the Water industry is essential.
• 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.
• Previous experience in and a solid understanding of the Water & Wastewater industry.
• Demonstrable experience in software programming.
• Electrical qualification or equivalent experience.

Proficiency in:

• Mitsubishi GX Works
• Allen Bradley Studio 5000 Logix
• Siemens TIA Portal / Unified HMI
• Wonderware SCADA systems

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