Software Engineer

TipTopJob; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organisation in Wrexham seeks a Software Engineer to support the development of OT applications and drive digital transformation initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong programming skills in C, experience with SCADA systems, and a degree in a relevant field. The position offers a basic salary between GBP 35,000 and GBP 40,000, alongside flexible benefits including pension contributions and health schemes.

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

Qualifications

• Proficiency in C for application development and system integration, with database knowledge.
• 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.
• Integrate OT systems with enterprise IT platforms for analytics and reporting.

Skills

C programming

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

SCADA systems

PLCs knowledge

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related discipline

Tools

SCADA systems

HMI and MES systems

Industrial control systems

Job description

Overview

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.

Salary

BASIC SALARY: GBP 35,000 – 40,000

Benefits

• A Early finish on Fridays: circa 20 Fridays off per year
• A Enhanced employer pension contributions
• A Reduced gym memberships
• A Health cashback scheme
• A Employee Assistance Programme
• A 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

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.

How to Apply

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

Recruitment Partner

Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client. REF: SM18355, Wallace Hind Selection.

EEO Statement

We embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.