PLC Software Engineer Location: Heybridge, Essex, Full time on site Duration: 18 months Rate negotiable on application Outside IR35 Job description The implementor should have a fundamental knowledge in programming with Codesys as well as in all corresponding programming languages e.g. Structured text. Key Skillset • Knowledge of PLC application software design and architecture • Understanding of propulsion control systems and corresponding components is required (PLC [SPS], Panels, ethernet routers and switches, etc.) • Deep understanding of OPC/UA especially regarding the implementation of communication signals. • Ability to work with agile software development processes such as Scrum and respective tools e.g. JIRA. • An automation engineer with a marine background, who has experience of Codesys or similar). • PLC background would be acceptable, ideally with exposure to OPC UA server/client connectivity.