Hybrid - Controls Engineer

Job Title:

Control Software Engineer

Location:

Huddersfield (Hybrid - 1‑2 days from home)
Salary: £45,000‑£70,000 per annum (DOE)
Sector:
Automation & Robotics

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist automation and robotics business based in Huddersfield who are looking to appoint an experienced Control Software Engineer.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically strong and growing engineering team delivering bespoke automation and robotic solutions across a range of industrial sectors. The role offers hybrid working, with 1‑2 days per week available from home.

As a Control Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development and commissioning of PLC and SCADA control systems across a variety of automation projects.

You will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept and software design through to testing, commissioning and customer handover.

• Programming and development of PLC control systems
• Development and configuration of SCADA systems and HMI interfaces
• System testing, debugging and optimisation
• Supporting commissioning activities (UK and potentially international)
• Producing technical documentation
• Working closely with electrical, mechanical and project teams

• Proven experience programming PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi or similar)
• Strong experience with SCADA systems
• Experience with in automation, robotics or special purpose machinery environments
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong problem‑solving and fault‑finding skills

• £45,000‑£70,000 salary depending on experience
• Hybrid working (1‑2 days from home)
• Opportunity to work on innovative automation and robotics projects
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing business

If you are a Control Software Engineer looking for a technically challenging role within a forward‑thinking automation company, apply now for more information