Software Engineer PLC (servo drive control)

GCS; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm is looking for a PLC Software Engineer to work onsite in Tadcaster. You will be responsible for programming and commissioning automation machinery, focusing on Beckhoff applications and servo drive control. The ideal candidate should be proficient in Beckhoff platforms and have a background in process automation. This role offers GBP 50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of Beckhoff programming platforms.
• Experience with Beckhoff hardware configuration and setup.
• Knowledge of structured text, ladder logic, and function block programming.

Responsibilities

• Create/modify PLC software for automation machinery.
• Provide support with commissioning Beckhoff-based machines.
• Collaborate with Project teams for development milestones.

Skills

Beckhoff programming platforms

Structured text programming

Ladder logic programming

Function block programming

Process automation background

Integration of robotics

Integration of vision systems

Integration of servo drives

Job description

Overview

Role- PLC Software Engineer (servo drive control)

Type- Onsite (5 days)

Rate- GBP 50 pounds per hour

Location- Tadcaster

Purpose

As a Software Engineer - contractor, you'll be tasked with the commissioning of our automation machines in a software capacity. Your expertise will be crucial in: PLC programming and commissioning, specifically on Beckhoff applications Motion/Servo drives integration and programming PackML state machine implementation Developing streamlined, efficient code that pushes the boundaries of what\'s possible in automation Ensuring our machines meet the highest safety standards by designing software compliant with the Machine Directive (BS EN 12100).

Responsibilities

• Create/modify PLC software for automation machinery
• Create/modify Motion applications for servo drive control
• Provide support with commissioning Beckhoff-based machines at the Tadcaster site
• Interpret customer and regulatory requirements to ensure aligned software designs, minimising technical risk
• Communicate accurate project status for Beckhoff commissioning activities internally and externally
• Collaborate with Project teams to ensure successful resource planning for development milestones

Technical Skills & Experience

• Proficient in the use of Beckhoff programming platforms
• Experience with Beckhoff hardware configuration and setup
• Knowledge of structured text, ladder logic, and function block programming
• Integration of robotics into automation solutions. (Staubli preferred)
• Integration of vision systems into industrial automation. (Cognex preferred)
• Integration of servo drives into industrial automation. (Beckhoff)
• Process automation background.

Outputs

• Support delivery of high-quality Beckhoff software design based on comprehensive understanding of customer and regulatory requirements
• Possess experience in Full Lifecycle Projects for pharmaceutical and process manufacturing applications using Beckhoff systems
• Work towards proficiency in PLC Code design and development, with emphasis on structured text, ladder logic, and function blocks

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.