Software Engineer
- Chesterfield, Derbyshire
- £50.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Job Type: Full-Time | Contract
Hourly Rate: £50.00p/h Outside IR35Are you ready to engineer the future? We're on the hunt for a Project Software Engineer who's not just technically brilliant, but also passionate, proactive, and driven to deliver excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love solving complex problems, and want to be part of a team that builds cutting-edge industrial solutions-this is your moment.Join us and take ownership of high-impact projects, from concept to commissioning, while working with the latest in PLC, SCADA, and automation technologies. You'll be a key player in shaping intelligent systems that power industries across the globe.What You'll Be Doing
- Lead the Charge: Deliver core project modules-PLC programming, SCADA development, testing, networking, documentation, and hardware design.
- Collaborate & Conquer: Work alongside Senior Engineers and Project Managers to meet technical and quality benchmarks.
- Engineer with Excellence: Champion a "right first time" mindset, ensuring every solution meets scope, budget, and timeline.
- Drive Innovation: Spot opportunities for system standardisation and modularisation to boost efficiency and reusability.
- Own the Process: Ensure compliance with company quality standards and safety protocols.
- Be the Safety Beacon: Lead by example in promoting health and safety on every project.
- Proven track record in system specification, design, development, and testing.
- Hands-on expertise with Siemens S7 PLCs and WinCC SCADA systems.
- Solid understanding of control panels, electrical installations, and instrumentation.
- Development of PLC code modules, SCADA scripts, mimics, and comms drivers.
- Progress reporting and scope management.
- Peer reviews and documentation development (FDS, DDS, test specs, O&M manuals).
- Site surveys, installation, testing (CFAT, SAT), and warranty support.
- Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field.
- Working towards or already an Incorporated Engineer with professional registration.
- Work on transformative projects with real-world impact.
- Collaborate with industry-leading engineers and innovators.
- Grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
- Be part of a company that values quality, safety, and continuous improvement.