Purpose of the Role
We are looking to build a pipeline of potential software contractors with the following skill sets and experience. If you are open to software/controls contract work and your skillset and experience are a good match below, please feel free to send your CV and we may contact you in the near future.
As a Software Contractor you'll be working on the commissioning of our machines in a software capacity. Your expertise will be crucial in:
Siemens TIA V19 including Safety
Siemens WinCC Unified HMI
Motion/Servo drives
PackML
Keyence Vision
Staubli robot - essential
Developing streamlined, efficient code
Utilising advanced simulation tools to perfect software before real-world implementation.
Ensuring our machines meet the highest safety standards by designing software compliant with the Machine Directive (BS EN 12100).
Outputs/Deliverables
To support delivery of high-quality software design based on comprehensive understanding of customer and regulatory requirements. Possess experience in Full Lifecycle Projects for pharmaceutical and process manufacturing applications. Work towards proficiency in PLC Code design and development, with emphasis on Siemens systems, as well as Rockwell, Mitsubishi, and Allen Bradley.
Exhibit commercial acumen to ensure cost-effective solutions and manage scope changes according to company procedures. Communicate project status effectively to relevant stakeholders.
Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities
Create/modify PLC software, Create/modify vision applications, Create/modify robot applications, Create/modify motion applications, Create/modify HMI/visualisation systems.
Provide administrative support - preparing and creating/ modifying design documentation, including I/O lists, FDS, SDI, SDS, HDS and FAT/SAT test documents.
Assist with technical support across departments, including simulations, estimating, and hardware/ software selection.
Interpret customer and regulatory requirements to ensure aligned software designs, minimizing technical risk.
Ensure that design quality is maintained throughout the project by verifying in collaboration with Principle and Senior Software Engineers that the output meets the company's standard operating procedures.
Communicate accurate project status internally with the team, and externally to customers and suppliers when/if required.
Provide support during design review meetings to achieve timely approvals.
Collaborate with and be the point of contact for Project Engineers to ensure successful resource planning for project milestones.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge and Experience in electrical or mechatronic Engineering
Proficient in the use of Rockwell and Siemens programming platforms.
Integration of robotics into automation solutions.
Integration of vision systems into industrial automation.
Integration of servo drives into industrial automation.
Process automation background.
Desirable
Proficient in the use of Rockwell platforms
Technical Skills and Qualifications
HNC, HND, or BSC in a relevant engineering discipline.
Previous skills utilising the following would be an advantage: Rockwell Automation products - RSLogix / Studio 5000 / FactoryTalk Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7. GE Fanuc iFix and Aveva InTouch and System Platform - but all SCADA packages accepted.