Location: Chesterfield (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time | Contract
Hourly Rate: £50.00p/h Outside IR35

Are you ready to engineer the future? We're on the hunt for a Project Software Engineer who's not just technically brilliant, but also passionate, proactive, and driven to deliver excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love solving complex problems, and want to be part of a team that builds cutting-edge industrial solutions-this is your moment.

Join us and take ownership of high-impact projects, from concept to commissioning, while working with the latest in PLC, SCADA, and automation technologies. You'll be a key player in shaping intelligent systems that power industries across the globe.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead the Charge: Deliver core project modules-PLC programming, SCADA development, testing, networking, documentation, and hardware design.
Collaborate & Conquer: Work alongside Senior Engineers and Project Managers to meet technical and quality benchmarks.
Engineer with Excellence: Champion a "right first time" mindset, ensuring every solution meets scope, budget, and timeline.
Drive Innovation: Spot opportunities for system standardisation and modularisation to boost efficiency and reusability.
Own the Process: Ensure compliance with company quality standards and safety protocols.
Be the Safety Beacon: Lead by example in promoting health and safety on every project.

What You Bring

Must-Have Experience

Proven track record in system specification, design, development, and testing.
Hands-on expertise with Siemens S7 PLCs and WinCC SCADA systems.
Solid understanding of control panels, electrical installations, and instrumentation.

Bonus Skills (Desirable but not essential)

Development of PLC code modules, SCADA scripts, mimics, and comms drivers.
Progress reporting and scope management.
Peer reviews and documentation development (FDS, DDS, test specs, O&M manuals).
Site surveys, installation, testing (CFAT, SAT), and warranty support.

Qualifications

Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field.
Working towards or already an Incorporated Engineer with professional registration.

Why Join Us?

Work on transformative projects with real-world impact.
Collaborate with industry-leading engineers and innovators.
Grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
Be part of a company that values quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan