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PLC Software Development Engineer

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive
 
Job Description

As a key member of a small innovative team, our Engineer will need to be able to function in several different roles, from concept innovation to software development and system commissioning; ideally also able to provide leadership, planning and documentation on software projects, an ability and willingness to support, train and mentor less experienced team members.

 

PLC Software Development Engineer Requirements
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

    • Experience of developing PLC, HMI, and SCADA software:
      • Primarily - siemens 
      • Followed by - Allen Bradley Logix platform
      • Other PLC Brands can also be useful
      • Design of HMI Graphical Interface
      • Integration of networking & data systems
      • VFD configuration & commissioning 
      • Safety Certified Software
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    • Experienced in commissioning and fault finding on automated systems. 
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    • Training will be given where needed
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    • Attitude and ability are as important as experience, so a quick learner with a good base from the above experiences will be of interest.
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    • Although the role will be primarily office / workshop based it will also involve travel for fault finding/commissioning etc. and when reqired. 

Preferred Additional Skills

    • Experience of site installation, cabling and glanding could also be beneficial at times.

    • Mechanical assembly & Machine building experience would be a bonus.

    • Leadership, ability to teach, motivate and challenge peers and apprentices to be the best they can be and to instil in them a pride in their work and passion to produce quality work.

    • Attitude and ability are as important as experience, so a quick learner with most of the above experiences will be of interest.

    • While the role is mainly workshop based there is a requirement to go on site for installation work. The sitework is mostly local to Angus/Dundee/Aberdeen but there may be a requirement to travel further than this.

Positive self-motivated individuals with a ‘can do’ approach to new challenges should apply. Flexible hours and a degree of home-based working may be an option for the right candidate.

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