We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join a team of skilled engineers based in Rochdale specialising in turnkey systems for the manufacture of a wide range of products.
With opportunities to work on everything from hardware integration to customer training and support, this role offers a dynamic environment where your skills and innovation will drive success and contribute to the growth of the company.
What’s on offer?
* £44,000 - £48,000 per year
* Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 5:00pm / Friday 8:30am – 2:00pm
* Unlimited overtime available (paid at enhanced rate)
* 31 days holiday (rising by 2 days for 5 years)
* Employee pension scheme
* Annual bonus (dependant on performance)
* Annual pay rise
* Free onsite parking
What will you be doing as a Software Engineer?
* Providing internal training across departments in PLC/HMI
* Supporting on-site customer demonstrations and trials
* Conducting pre-order research and estimates through customer and internal meetings
* Assisting with project progress appraisals and re-estimating hours/costs
* Participating in control design meetings with both customers and internal teams
* Writing control specification, FDS, FAT documents, and operator manuals
* Specifying hardware requirements including PLCs, remote I/O, fieldbus communications, and HMIs
* Integrating and testing specified hardware and inter-device/HMI communications
* Designing and developing software for control systems involving PLCs, field devices, and HMIs, using platforms like Beijer, GOT Siemens, Allen Bradley HMI’s, Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Omron PLCs
* Assisting with software design for production reports by integrating PLC systems with office applications
* Conducting full electrical commissioning of developed systems both on-site and on premises
* Rectifying electrical issues and modifying panels to meet changing requirements
* Training customers on the operation of installed systems
* Addressing customer queries during and after project warranty periods
* Taking individual responsibility for project aspects or collaborating on team projects
* Assisting other engineers' projects or responding to customer breakdowns at short notice
* Undertaking other reasonable duties to support company operations
What do you need?
* Experience in software design and development for PLCS’s including Siemens & Allen-Bradley
* HNC qualification (or equivalent)
* Previous experience on projects for automated machinery
If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for consideration or speak with Adam at KPJ Group for more information.
KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 40 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted