Software Controls Design Engineer

📍 Location: South Yorkshire
💼 Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time
💷 Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 DOE + benefits + overtime
🕒 Industry: Industrial Automation | System Integration | Process Control

Join a Leading UK Systems Integrator Delivering Intelligent Control Solutions

We are currently seeking a talented and driven Software Controls Design Engineer to join our expanding engineering team. You'll work on a wide range of bespoke control and automation projects, from initial concept through to commissioning — using industry-leading platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, and AVEVA System Platform.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a technically challenging environment, enjoys variety, and wants to be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team driving innovation in process automation.

🔍 Responsibilities

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Design, develop, and test PLC and SCADA/HMI software solutions from scratch for industrial automation systems.

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Prepare functional design specifications (FDS), I/O lists, and control philosophy documents.

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Configure and deploy HMI/SCADA platforms such as WinCC, FTView SE/ME, and AVEVA InTouch/System Platform.

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Conduct FAT and SAT testing and manage full software lifecycle delivery.

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Work collaboratively with electrical design engineers, panel builders, and project managers.

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Carry out on-site commissioning and support post-installation troubleshooting.

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Maintain thorough documentation and ensure project compliance with customer standards and regulations.

⚙️ Essential Skills & Experience

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Proven experience in industrial automation, preferably in a systems integrator or OEM environment.

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Strong knowledge of one or more PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Mitsubishi, Schneider).

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Hands-on experience with HMI/SCADA software development (e.g., WinCC, FTView, AVEVA).

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Strong grasp of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.).

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Ability to interpret P&IDs, control schematics, and instrumentation drawings.

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Good understanding of safety systems, process control loops, and control panel architecture.

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Comfortable working across the full lifecycle: concept, design, testing, commissioning.

💡 Desirable Attributes

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Degree or HND in Electrical, Control, or Software Engineering (or equivalent experience).

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Exposure to Industry 4.0 technologies, cloud dashboards, or IIoT integration.

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Experience in sectors such as water treatment, food & beverage, chemical, or pharma.

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Willingness to travel to client sites for commissioning (UK and occasional international).

🎁 What We Offer

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Competitive salary and structured overtime

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Ongoing technical development and training support

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Opportunity to work on industry-leading projects with household-name clients

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Flexible working arrangements (hybrid or field-based roles available)

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Progression pathway to Senior Engineer / Project Lead roles

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Company pension, paid holidays, and performance bonuses

Apply today to join a forward-thinking, solutions-driven business delivering high-quality automation projects across the UK