Software/Controls Engineer

Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Shipley
Salary/Rate:Up to £60,000 depending on experience
Job Category:Engineering
Job ref:6640
Post Date:05.05.26
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Jess Heywood
Jess Heywood
Senior Business Partner

About the Role

We are pleased to be working with an established, multi-disciplined engineering group to recruit for a software/PLC controls engineer for their specialist automated machinery division. From large-scale industrial facilities to complex turnkey automation projects, our client deliver end-to-end engineering solutions to clients across the UK. 
 

The role

We're looking for a skilled Software / Controls Engineer with a strong electrical engineering foundation to join their automation team. You'll develop, modify, and optimise PLC programs and industrial robot systems for a variety of manufacturing and production line applications - working both in-house and directly on customer sites.

No two projects are the same. You'll be troubleshooting live systems one day and commissioning new automated machinery the next, collaborating closely with electrical, mechanical, and production teams throughout.

 

What you'll work with

  • Siemens (TIA Portal / Step 7)
  • Allen-Bradley (RSLogix / Studio 5000)
  • Mitsubishi (GX Works / GX Developer)
  • ABB Robotics
  • Omron
  • SCADA / HMI

 

What we're looking for

You'll have a solid electrical engineering background - whether through a degree, HND, or equivalent hands-on experience - and proven PLC programming experience across multiple platforms. You're comfortable reading electrical schematics, working independently on complex systems, and representing yourself professionally on customer sites.

Bonus points for experience with SCADA/HMI development, industrial networking protocols (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Profibus), safety PLCs, or a background in FMCG, packaging, or manufacturing environments.

 

What you get

  • Up to £60,000 p.a.
  • Annual salary reviews
  • 33 days holiday (inclusive of public holidays
  • Career progression
  • Training & development opportunities
  • Free onsite parking
  • Uniform provided
  • All workwear supplied
  • Early finish Fridays (8am–5pm Mon–Thu, 8am–2:30pm Fri)
 

Ready to take your automation career to the next level?

Apply with a full CV or get in touch with Jess at Cubed Talent for more information.

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