Software Controls Engineer

Software Controls Engineer
West Yorkshire
£50.00 - £55.00 p/h DOE (Outside IR35)

Initial 1 month contract
Commissioning / PLC Programming / Automation / Commissioning

I am currently recruiting for an experienced Software Controls Engineer (Contractor) based in West Yorkshire with a key client who requires support on the commissioning of automation machinery. This position is an initial 1-month job however there may be scope for other project work.

As a Software Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for the following:

• Developing and modifying PLC control software for a range of automated machinery.
• Providing on-site support during machine commissioning and system integration.
• Translating customer specifications and regulatory requirements into compliant, high-quality software solutions.
• Working collaboratively with project teams to achieve key milestones and maintain clear, accurate progress reporting.

The successful Software Controls Engineer will have the following attributes:

• Demonstrated experience in Beckhoff PLC programming and commissioning within automation environments.
• Solid knowledge of structured text, ladder logic, and function block programming techniques.
• Practical experience with Beckhoff hardware setup, configuration, and troubleshooting.

Benefits of this position:

• Highly reputable project-based company
• State of the art facilities
• Outside IR35 contract

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