Software and Controls Engineer

Software and Controls Engineer

We are looking for a Software and Controls Engineer to support a large scale manufacturing site in Hertfordshire. You will design, develop, install and maintain PLC, SCADA and industrial control systems, resolving plant issues and delivering safe, reliable improvements. This is a hands on role combining reactive support, planned maintenance and project delivery.

What you’ll do

• Provide technical expertise for PLC systems, particularly Allen-Bradley, and SCADA platforms including Wonderware InTouch and FactoryTalk SE.
• Lead fault finding, breakdown response and planned software maintenance across plant controls and instrumentation.
• Deliver controls input for modifications, new installations and small projects, including design, testing, commissioning and integration.
• Act as the software and controls subject-matter expert in Management of Change, HAZOP and process hazard reviews.
• Support E&I technicians, project teams and contractors, ensuring work is safe, compliant and maintainable.
• Maintain the industrial controls infrastructure, including servers, networks, databases, backups, data replication and cyber-security controls.
• Apply recognised standards for alarm management and safety-related control functions.
• Interpret electrical and instrumentation drawings and help select appropriate controls equipment.
• Participate in the out-of-hours call-out rota.

What you’ll bring

• A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent recognised qualification in electronics, controls or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience of Allen Bradley and ideally Omron (but not essential) as well as experience working on SCADA platforms such as Wonderware, InTouch, FactoryTalk SE
• Practical PLC and SCADA experience in a software or controls role within a large scale manufacturing, chemical or process plant environment.
• Experience of industrial network infrastructure, architecture and administration.
• Working knowledge of Windows Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Active Directory, terminal services, thin-client architecture and Microsoft licensing.
• Ability to read and understand electrical and instrumentation drawings.
• A sound understanding of environmental, health and safety management principles, with the ability to plan and prioritise your own workload.

The role is based in the Hertfordshire and is primarily office based, with regular access to operational areas. Relocation package/assistance will be provided for candidates who are willing to relocate. There is potential that Sponsorship is available for the right candidate.