At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop embedded software and PLC control systems in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Company: Join a leading company in industrial automation with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team atmosphere with exciting challenges and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by working on cutting-edge technology in automation.
- Qualifications: Essential PLC programming experience and strong debugging skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Embedded Software or Controls Engineer with strong hands-on PLC programming experience? We’re looking for an experienced engineer to join a technically challenging engineering environment, working across embedded software, PLC control systems and industrial automation. This position would suit someone who is comfortable working at both embedded and controls level and has previous experience developing, integrating and debugging PLC-based systems.
The Role
You’ll be involved in the design, development and integration of embedded and control systems, working closely with other software, electronics and engineering teams. Responsibilities may include:
- Developing and maintaining PLC control software
- Programming and debugging Ladder Logic
- Embedded software development using C / C++
- Developing and integrating control systems
- Working with microcontrollers and real-time embedded systems
- Integration of sensors, motors, actuators and other hardware
- Troubleshooting and debugging software and control issues
- Supporting system testing, commissioning and validation
- Working with industrial communication protocols
- Producing technical documentation
What We’re Looking For
PLC experience is essential for this position. We’re particularly interested in engineers who can demonstrate practical experience programming and debugging PLC-controlled equipment rather than purely theoretical knowledge. Ideally, you'll have experience with:
- PLC programming – essential
- Ladder Logic
- Embedded C / C++
- Embedded systems / firmware development
- Motion control, robotics or industrial automation
- Microcontrollers
- CAN, RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet or similar protocols
- Control system integration
- Hardware/software debugging
- Safety-related control systems would be advantageous
You’ll need to be a practical, hands-on engineer who is comfortable investigating problems across both software and hardware.
Embedded Software - PLC Experience Essential in Manchester employer: Avanti Recruitment
Join an innovative technology company that values collaboration and excellence in software development. As a Principal Embedded Software Engineer, you will thrive in a dynamic Agile environment, contributing to cutting-edge products while enjoying competitive benefits such as a private pension and healthcare. With a strong focus on employee growth and technical leadership, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of embedded systems.
