Software Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join a team of skilled engineers based in Rochdale specialising in turnkey systems for the manufacture of a wide range of products. With opportunities to work on everything from hardware integration to customer training and support, this role offers a dynamic environment where your skills and innovation will drive success and contribute to the growth of the company. What’s on offer? * £44,000 - £48,000 per year * Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 5:00pm / Friday 8:30am – 2:00pm * Unlimited overtime available (paid at enhanced rate) * 31 days holiday (rising by 2 days for 5 years) * Employee pension scheme * Annual bonus (dependant on performance) * Annual pay rise * Free onsite parking What will you be doing as a Software Engineer? * Providing internal training across departments in PLC/HMI * Supporting on-site customer demonstrations and trials * Conducting pre-order research and estimates through customer and internal meetings * Assisting with project progress appraisals and re-estimating hours/costs * Participating in control design meetings with both customers and internal teams * Writing control specification, FDS, FAT documents, and operator manuals * Specifying hardware requirements including PLCs, remote I/O, fieldbus communications, and HMIs * Integrating and testing specified hardware and inter-device/HMI communications * Designing and developing software for control systems involving PLCs, field devices, and HMIs, using platforms like Beijer, GOT Siemens, Allen Bradley HMI’s, Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Omron PLCs * Assisting with software design for production reports by integrating PLC systems with office applications * Conducting full electrical commissioning of developed systems both on-site and on premises * Rectifying electrical issues and modifying panels to meet changing requirements * Training customers on the operation of installed systems * Addressing customer queries during and after project warranty periods * Taking individual responsibility for project aspects or collaborating on team projects * Assisting other engineers' projects or responding to customer breakdowns at short notice * Undertaking other reasonable duties to support company operations What do you need? * Experience in software design and development for PLCS’s including Siemens & Allen-Bradley * HNC qualification (or equivalent) * Previous experience on projects for automated machinery If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for consideration or speak with Adam at KPJ Group for more information. KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 40 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted