Software Controls Engineer
Initial 2 Months Contract
Rate £50.00 – £55.00 p/h DOE (Outside IR35)
Bradford Sheffield Leeds Wakefield Barnsley
Automation / Robotics / Siemens TIA Portal / WinCC Unified
I am currently recruiting on behalf of a global leader in the manufacture of high-end automated machinery. They are seeking an experienced Software Controls Engineer to support the commissioning of a complex automation project on a short-term contract basis.
For this position, you will be required to carry out the following duties:
• Modify and fault-find PLC software using Siemens TIA Portal (V19) during commissioning
• Support commissioning and optimisation of Stäubli robot applications, servo drives and motion systems
• Assist with FAT and SAT testing, including execution and documentation
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls and software issues during live testing
• Support integration between PLCs, robots, vision and motion systems
• Create and update commissioning documentation including I/O lists, FDS, SDS and FAT/SAT test documents
• Work closely with Project Engineers, Software Engineers and Build Teams to resolve commissioning issues efficiently
The successful contractor will Have the following attributes:
• Strong hands-on commissioning experience within complex automated machinery environments
• Proven background in PLC fault-finding and live system debugging
• Strong working knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal
• Experience with WinCC Unified HMI during commissioning and testing
• Exposure to robotics, servo drives and motion control systems
• Knowledge of PackML standards
• Rockwell / Allen-Bradley experience advantageous but not essential
The Benefits of This Position
• Opportunity to work on high-end, complex automation projects
• Exposure to global, market-leading technology
• Short-term, well-defined Outside IR35 contract
• Flexible working hours (up to 45 hours per week)