Software Control Systems Engineer

Software Control Systems Engineer

Salary: £50,000-£55,000 (flexible depending on experience)

Location:

Bedfordshire (Bedfordshire/Cambridgeshire Border)

Flexible Working & Hybrid Options Available

This is an opportunity with a market‑leading manufacturer of advanced food processing equipment and systems, supplying customers across the UK and worldwide.
Due to continued growth in both domestic and international markets, the business is looking for a talented and motivated Software Engineer to join their specialist software team.
You'll be involved throughout the project life cycle, from software development and commissioning to supporting installations around the world.

• Developing and programming PLC and HMI control systems
• Supporting machine commissioning and start‑up activities
• Working with robotics, conveyor systems and automated production equipment
• Developing and supporting software solutions for customers worldwide
• Collaborating with engineering teams to deliver innovative automation projects

• PLC and HMI programming (Mitsubishi experience desirable but not essential)
• Experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens or Omron control systems
• Structured Text programming
• Industrial communications including Profinet, Profibus and Ether Net/IP
• Machine commissioning, packaging systems, conveyor systems or robotics
• High‑level programming languages such as C#, C++, Java, VB or Python

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunities for UK and international travel
• Career development and progression within a growing business
• The chance to work on innovative, industry‑leading automation and robotics projects
• A supportive, close‑knit engineering team environment

If you're passionate about automation, software development and advanced engineering technology, we'd love to hear from you.