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Job Title: Software Controls Engineer

Job ID: 36656
Location: Warrington
Salary:  £40,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract/Permanent:  Permanent
Site Based/Office/Remote: Office based
Start Date: ASAP

Are you looking to build a career in industrial automation?

My client is on the lookout for a Control Systems Engineer who is passionate about technology, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is ready to make an impact.

What you'll do:

You'll play a key role in delivering cutting-edge control and automation solutions for a wide range of industrial clients.  From concept through to commissioning, you'll be involved every step of the way.

Your day-to-day will include:

Working with senior engineers to develop robust, efficient control systems
Designing and testing systems based on client specs and industry standards
Supporting project planning, executing, and commissioning
Building strong relationships with clients, including on-site work
Develop PLC, HMI and SCADA software

What you bring:

A degree in electrical engineering (or relevant field) or a strong electrical engineering background
Proficiency in PLC programming, and HMI/SCADA development
A solid grasp of control system design principles and documentation
Strong understanding of technical project life cycle
Familiarity with industrial software and control systems
A methodical, structured approach with great time management
A collaborative mindset and confident working directly with customers

Why join us?

We believe great people deserve great rewards. Here's what's in it for you:

£40,000-£50,000 salary (depending on experience)
Discretionary annual bonus
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Health Shield+ BUPA Private Medical Insurance
EV car purchase scheme (6 months length of service qualifying period) 

Pension contributions matched up to 7%
VINCI Share Scheme (6 months length of service qualifying period)
Death in service insurance
Supportive, dynamic team with strong values

Who We Are

We are one of the UK's leading industrial automation providers. We specialise in:

Conceptual design and consultancy
Control system engineering and manufacturing
Software development
Full project management

We serve sectors including water and wastewater, pharmaceuticals, cement, biomass, and oil and gas.

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