PLC Automation Software Engineer

Developing industrial automation platform for high-precision manufacture

Royston, Hertfordshire; DoE + Benefits

This growing company is delivering next generation manufacturing platforms using automated solutions to increase efficiency and reduce overall costs. Their platforms use custom pumping systems and mobile robotics for high precision, whilst being controlled remotely. This role is to join their team and design, build and deliver a fully integrated PLC system combining software and electronics for industrial automation.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable, relevant experience with PLC programming for industrial automation (ideally using Beckhoff, Rockwell, or Siemens PLCs). This should include the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Track record of delivering and maintaining a PLC-driven control system which includes servomotors, proximity sensors, industrial communication protocols (EtherCAT or IO-Link), use of structured text languages (IEX (phone number removed).
• Additional experience with modern C++, C# or Python would be desirable. Similarly, experience with modern communication protocols (REST APIs, OPC UA) for high level system connectivity would be beneficial.

Due to the nature of projects, the role is fully onsite at their offices close to Royston, Hertfordshire with parking available. Benefits includes enhanced pension, life insurance, private medical, and season ticket loans. Compensation is competitive and annual bonuses are on offer.

Interested applicants must have full, unrestricted rights to work in the UK. No company sponsorship is available. Preference is for applicants who reside nearby or are committed to relocate.

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