Software Engineer - PLC & SCADA

Line Up Aviation; Scotland; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking experienced Software Engineers with strong PLC and SCADA expertise to support defence technology development in Motherwell. The ideal candidates must be UK passport holders and have a background in Instrumentation & Control Engineering. This is a 6-month contract, expected to extend up to 23 months, with a pay rate of £45 - £60 per hour.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, SCADA, and DCS systems.
• Background in Instrumentation & Control Engineering (or similar).
• Candidates MUST be UK passport holders & born in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative, high quality software for UK defence projects.
• Contribute across the full software lifecycle in a collaborative team.
• Support junior team members and lead in review/assurance activities.
• Design, implement, test, and deploy control system solutions.

Skills

PLC Programming

SCADA Systems

Instrumentation & Control Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are seeking experienced Software Engineers with strong PLC and SCADA expertise to support cutting-edge defence technology development in Motherwell, Lanarkshire. You'll join a multi-disciplinary team delivering high-quality software solutions in line with recognised industry standards.

Please note Applicants MUST be a UK passport holder & born in the UK due to the nature of this contract.

Role

Software Engineers - PLC & SCADA

Location: Motherwell

Contract: 6 months initially but likely to be extended up to 23 months maximum. 37.5 hours per week.

Pay rate: 45 - 60 per hour (PAYE only)

Main responsibilities

• Develop innovative, high quality software for leading UK defence projects
• Utilising a variety of tools and programming languages, contribute across the full software lifecycle in a collaborative team
• Support junior team members and lead in review/assurance activities
• Design, implement, test, and deploy control system solutions

Ideal candidate profile

• Background in Instrumentation & Control Engineering (or similar)
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, SCADA, and DCS systems
• Candidates MUST be UK passport holders & born in the UK
• Vetting process will also include 5 years' referencing & a drug screen

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately.

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