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Senior Control Systems Software Engineer

Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stafford

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

Senior Control Systems Software Engineer – PLC / SCADA

Stafford | Hybrid | Competitive Salary + Benefits

VIQU is recruiting a Senior Control Systems Software Engineer to join a leading engineering and system integration business delivering critical projects across the energy and renewables sector. This is a hands-on, senior technical role where you’ll take ownership of PLC and SCADA system design, development, and delivery, act as a technical lead on projects, mentor junior engineers, and drive engineering best practice across the team.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop PLC control systems across platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell or Schneider
Configure and deliver SCADA/DCS solutions including WinCC, FactoryTalk, Zenon or similar
Lead on solution design, technical standards, and code quality
Produce and review technical documentation including FDS, DDS and test specifications
Lead and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and commissioning activities
Review and validate engineering output from other engineers
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, operations and project delivery, acting as a senior point of contact
Key Requirements

Strong experience with at least one PLC platform (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider EcoStruxure)
Proven SCADA configuration experience (WinCC, FactoryTalk, Zenon or similar)
Solid understanding of IEC 61131 programming (Ladder, FBD, Structured Text, SFC)
Experience delivering automation projects end-to-end in a senior or lead capacity
Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profinet, Profibus)
Ability to mentor and support junior engineers while taking ownership of technical delivery
To apply: Reach out to Phoebe Rees via the VIQU website or LinkedIn. Referral bonus up to £1,000 (T&Cs apply)

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