Software​/Controls Contractor; PLC

Summary

As a Software Contractor you'll be working on the commissioning of our machines in a software capacity.

• PackML
• Developing streamlined, efficient code
• Utilising advanced simulation tools to perfect software before real‑world implementation
• Ensuring our machines meet the highest safety standards by designing software compliant with the Machine Directive (BS EN 12100)

Onsite work required – Mpac Lambert site (Tadcaster) and possibly customer sites depending on the project allocated to.

Must hold a UK driving licence and must have the right to work in the UK.

To support delivery of high‑quality software design based on a comprehensive understanding of customer and regulatory requirements and commissioning.

• Create/modify PLC software
• Create/modify vision applications
• Create/modify robot applications
• Create/modify motion applications
• Create/modify HMI/visualisation systems
• Provide administrative support – preparing and modifying design documentation, including I/O lists, FDS, SDI, SDS, HDS and FAT/SAT test documents
• Assist with technical support across departments, including simulations, estimating, and hardware/software selection
• Interpret customer and regulatory requirements to ensure aligned software designs, minimizing technical risk
• Ensure that design quality is maintained throughout the project by verifying in collaboration with Principal and Senior Software Engineers that the output meets the company’s standard operating procedures and all safety requirements, including regulatory and internal ones
• Communicate accurate project status internally with the team, and externally to customers and suppliers when/if required
• Provide support during design review meetings to achieve timely approvals
• Collaborate with and be the point of contact for the project to ensure successful resource planning for project milestones
• Exhibit commercial acumen to ensure cost‑effective solutions and manage scope changes according to company procedures; communicate project status effectively to relevant stakeholders
• Logging of time accurately and efficiently on internal systems

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge and experience in electrical or mechatronic engineering
• Proficient in the use of Siemens programming platforms
• Integration of robotics into automation solutions
• Integration of vision systems into industrial automation
• Integration of servo drives into industrial automation
• HNC, HND, or BSC in a relevant engineering discipline
• Proficient in the use of Rockwell platforms
• Proficient in the use of Beckhoff platforms
• Previous skills utilizing Rockwell Automation products – RSLogix/Studio 5000/Factory Talk, Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7.GE, Fanuc iFix, Aveva InTouch and System Platform – all SCADA packages accepted