Software Engineer PLC (servo drive control)

Role- PLC Software Engineer (servo drive control)

Type- Onsite (5 days)

Rate- GBP 50 pounds per hour

Location- Tadcaster

Purpose-

As a Software Engineer - contractor, you'll be tasked with the commissioning of our automation machines in a software capacity. Your expertise will be crucial in: PLC programming and commissioning, specifically on Beckhoff applications Motion/Servo drives integration and programming PackML state machine implementation Developing streamlined, efficient code that pushes the boundaries of what's possible in automation Ensuring our machines meet the highest safety standards by designing software compliant with the Machine Directive (BS EN 12100).

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities
Create/modify PLC software for automation machinery
Create/modify Motion applications for servo drive control
Provide support with commissioning Beckhoff-based machines at the Tadcaster site
Interpret customer and regulatory requirements to ensure aligned software designs, minimising technical risk
Communicate accurate project status for Beckhoff commissioning activities internally and externally
Collaborate with Project teams to ensure successful resource planning for development milestones

Technical Skills & Experience
Proficient in the use of Beckhoff programming platforms
Experience with Beckhoff hardware configuration and setup
Knowledge of structured text, ladder logic, and function block programming
Integration of robotics into automation solutions. (Staubli preferred)
Integration of vision systems into industrial automation. (Cognex preferred)
Integration of servo drives into industrial automation. (Beckhoff)
Process automation background.

Outputs-

• Support delivery of high-quality Beckhoff software design based on comprehensive understanding of customer and regulatory requirements
• Possess experience in Full Lifecycle Projects for pharmaceutical and process manufacturing applications using Beckhoff systems
• Work towards proficiency in PLC Code design and development, with emphasis on structured text, ladder logic, and function blocks

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.