Software Controls Engineer

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a global leader in the manufacture of high-end automated machinery. They are seeking an experienced Software Controls Engineer to support the commissioning of a complex automation project on a short-term contract basis.

For this position, you will be required to carry out the following duties:

• Modify and fault-find PLC software using Siemens TIA Portal (V19) during commissioning
• Support commissioning and optimisation of Stäubli robot applications, servo drives and motion systems
• Assist with FAT and SAT testing, including execution and documentation
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls and software issues during live testing
• Support integration between PLCs, robots, vision and motion systems
• Create and update commissioning documentation including I/O lists, FDS, SDS and FAT/SAT test documents
• Work closely with Project Engineers, Software Engineers and Build Teams to resolve commissioning issues efficiently

• Strong hands-on commissioning experience within complex automated machinery environments
• Proven background in PLC fault-finding and live system debugging
• Strong working knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal
• Experience with WinCC Unified HMI during commissioning and testing
• Exposure to robotics, servo drives and motion control systems
• Knowledge of PackML standards
• Rockwell / Allen-Bradley experience advantageous but not essential

• Opportunity to work on high-end, complex automation projects
• Exposure to global, market-leading technology
• Short-term, well-defined Outside IR35 contract
• Flexible working hours (up to 45 hours per week)

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation