At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and support PLC and HMI control systems for innovative automation technology.
- Company: Leading engineering manufacturer with a focus on cutting-edge technology.
- Benefits: Flexible working, career progression, and exposure to advanced robotics.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for travel and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and work on bespoke engineering projects that make a global impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in PLC programming and familiarity with high-level programming languages.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire (must be a driver due to location)
Hours: Monday to Friday
Salary: £50,000 per annum (DOE)
OA are recruiting on behalf of an innovative and market‑leading engineering manufacturer based near Sandy. Due to continued growth, our client is looking to appoint a Software Engineer to join their close‑knit and highly skilled software team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with PLC and software development experience to work on cutting‑edge automation technology, including robotics, advanced cooking and cooling systems, and bespoke machinery used globally.
What's in it for you:
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
- Career progression within a growing engineering business
- Exposure to advanced automation and robotics technology
- Potential travel opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to work on innovative, bespoke engineering projects
Duties of a Software Engineer:
- Develop and support PLC and HMI control systems
- Program and modify software for bespoke automated machinery
- Work on advanced food processing and robotic systems
- Support commissioning, testing and ongoing equipment improvements
- Collaborate with internal engineering teams on new product development
- Provide technical support for UK and international customers
- Assist with troubleshooting and software diagnostics when required
- Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation projects
What we would like from you:
- Experience programming PLC and HMI control systems
- Familiarity with PLC structured text programming (Mitsubishi PLC experience)
- Knowledge of high-level programming languages such as: C#, C++, Java, VB, Python
- Experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens or Omron PLCs
- Exposure to industrial automation, robotics or special-purpose machinery
- Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team
- Excellent communication skills
We think you need these skills to ace Software Engineer in Beeston
PLC Programming
HMI Control Systems
Structured Text Programming
C#
C++
Java
VB
