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Control / Software Engineer
Job Posted: 21 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lancashire
Expire in: 7 days
Job Description
Controls / Software Engineer
£45-55k + Bonus, Private Medical, Flexible Hours & Early Friday Finish
Lancashire
Ref: 24118
Ready to work on bespoke automation and process control systems for customers across multiple industries?
This is an exciting opportunity for a Controls / Software Engineer to join a well-established engineering business specialising in Bulk Material and Process Handling Systems for leading names within the food and confectionary sector. With projects spanning from initial concept through to commissioning and ongoing support, this role offers excellent technical variety, customer interaction and long-term development within automation and control systems engineering.
We are keen to hear from motivated Controls Engineers looking to grow, as well as experienced Automation Engineers with a track record of successful project delivery.
The Role:
From software development and commissioning through to customer support and technical problem-solving, this varied role offers the opportunity to grow your skills and take ownership in areas such as:
Developing and writing software for customer-specific automation projects
Testing, installing and deploying software both remotely and onsite
Supporting commissioning activities and ensuring systems meet customer specifications
Working with multiple PLC and automation platforms including Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Schneider and B&R
Supporting electrical testing and fault-finding activities
Liaising with customers to understand technical requirements and provide ongoing support
Working closely with engineering and sales teams throughout project delivery
Supporting onsite activities while ensuring compliance with H&S standards
Assisting with technical troubleshooting and IT-related issues when required
What We’re Looking For:
We’re open to Controls Engineers looking to further develop their automation expertise or experienced Software Engineers ready to lead projects and support customers across complex industrial systems. You could be a great fit if you have experience or interest in:
Control systems or industrial software engineering
PLC programming and automation platforms across major manufacturers
Electrical systems, testing procedures and commissioning activities
Fault-finding, diagnostics and technical problem-solving
Customer-facing engineering support and communication
Managing multiple projects and priorities within fast-paced environments
Working collaboratively within engineering and project teams
Travelling to customer sites when required
Why Join?
Flexible working hours and early finish Fridays
Competitive salary with company performance bonus
Private medical insurance and company pension scheme
Work-related training and development fully supported
Opportunity to work on bespoke automation projects across multiple industries
Friendly and supportive engineering environment with strong long-term stability
Additional benefits including social events, cycle-to-work scheme and referral bonuses
Interested?
If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your automation and software engineering skills while working on varied industrial projects within a supportive engineering environment, we’d love to see what you can offer!
Located in Lancashire, this role would be commutable from Blackburn, Bolton, Rochdale, Manchester, Burnley and surrounding areas.
For further information please contact Sharon Hill on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or email: (url removed)
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