Software Engineer

Wallace Hind Selection LTD; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organisation in the UK is looking for a Software Engineer to support and develop OT applications as part of their digital transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will design and maintain automation systems using C# and integrate systems with enterprise platforms. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and be knowledgeable in SCADA systems. This role provides an opportunity to work in innovative environments focusing on smart factory technologies and offers a competitive salary.

Benefits

Early finish on Fridays

Enhanced employer pension contributions

Reduced gym memberships

Health cashback scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Subsidised on‑site canteen

Qualifications

• Proficient in C# for application development and system integration.
• Strong experience with SCADA systems and industrial communication protocols.
• Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain OT applications and automation systems.
• Configure and deploy SCADA, HMI, and MES systems across production environments.
• Develop automation scripts and PLC logic for industrial control systems.

Skills

C# application development

SCADA systems

Industrial communication protocols

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or Computer Science

Tools

PLC systems

Job description

Based in North Wales, join a leading European manufacturing organisation renowned for innovative technologies and award‑winning operations. As our Software Engineer, you will support and develop OT applications, integrate automation systems, and play a key role in driving smart factory and Industry 4.0 digital transformation initiatives.

BASIC SALARY: £35,000 – £40,000

BENEFITS

• Early finish on Fridays – circa 20 Fridays off per year
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Reduced gym memberships
• Health cashback scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Subsidised on‑site canteen

LOCATION: You’ll be working from our office based in Wrexham.

COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Chester, Deeside, Oswestry, Ellesmere, Whitchurch, Crewe, Shrewsbury, Mold, Rhyl, Nantwich

JOB DESCRIPTION

OT Applications Engineer, Software Engineer – Automation, Manufacturing

As part of an ongoing digital transformation programme, our Automation Team is expanding and now requires an OT Applications Engineer to support the design, development, and deployment of advanced automation and operational technology solutions.

We create bespoke automated equipment and production lines, working with major suppliers and cutting‑edge technologies including industrial robots, cobots, 3D printing, and smart factory / Industry 4.0 systems. This role will support both UK (Wrexham) and overseas manufacturing facilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain OT applications and automation systems
• Configure and deploy SCADA, HMI, and MES systems across production environments
• Develop automation scripts and PLC logic for industrial control systems
• Build and integrate custom OT applications using C# and web‑based languages/frameworks
• Commission, test, and validate OT applications on production lines
• Integrate OT systems with enterprise IT platforms for analytics, reporting, and IT/OT convergence

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Proficient in C# for application development and system integration, with database knowledge
• Knowledge of PLCs
• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• Strong experience with SCADA systems and industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP)
• Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines across multiple projects
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills

THE COMPANY

We manufacture top‑of‑the‑range products from office printers to industrial machining centres. We have won awards for our carbon‑neutral recycling facilities in Europe. We invest in our staff and promote growth within our business.

PROSPECTS

As an international business, we offer the opportunity to work across the globe and support progression within the company.

It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: OT Applications Engineer, Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Industrial Software Engineer, SCADA Engineer, MES Engineer, Manufacturing IT/OT environments, PLC & industrial control systems, HMI/SCADA platforms, C# application development, industrial networking (Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP), smart factory and Industry 4.0 technologies, robotics and automated production lines.

INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.

Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.

Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.

REF: SM18355, Wallace Hind Selection