Software Controls Engineer🪛 🔍Type of Employment: Permanent 📍Location: Ashton U Lyne, Greater Manchester 💷Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 + Benefits 📅Working week: 8am – 4:30pm Mon – Thurs [3:30pm Fri] 39 hrs p/w 🪛About the Company Our client is a market leader in advanced thermal process systems, specialising in combustion, incineration, and waste-to-energy solutions. With a strong reputation for innovation, technical expertise, and environmental sustainability, we deliver cutting-edge, bespoke solutions for clients across the UK and worldwide. 🪛The Role We are seeking an experienced Software Controls Engineer to take ownership of automation, software engineering and electrical controls across multiple high-value projects. This is a hands-on, project-driven role that covers the full lifecycle — from initial concept and software development to FAT/SAT testing and troubleshooting. You’ll work closely with our Engineering Director, leading initiatives to standardise processes and software libraries while supporting both new builds and legacy systems. 🪛Key Responsibilities * Design, develop, and implement PLC/HMI/SCADA control systems from scratch (Siemens TIA Portal essential, Mitsubishi desirable). * Produce technical documentation including Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and O&M manuals. * Collaborate with e...