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# Senior Software Engineer

- **Company:** Mpac Group PLC
- **Location:** Tadcaster, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Code Review, Human-Computer Interaction, Rslogix, Software Engineering, Visual Systems, Tia Portal, Software Version Control
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840575898-senior-software-engineer

## About the Role

Are you an experienced automation software engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and seeing your work come to life on real machines?, * Advanced experience in automation software delivery and commissioning

 * Proven ownership of software delivery on smaller projects
 * Strong ability to document and communicate complex software behaviour
 * Experience integrating safety into automation systems

Technical skills

 * Advanced PLC/HMI programming (e.g. Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000)
 * Strong SDS writing capability and experience leading SCRs
 * Structured and disciplined approach to documentation
 * Experience with bespoke or one-off machinery
 * Integration of robotics or vision systems
 * Familiarity with motion control tuning and diagnostics
 * Version control experience
 * Degree in Software, Electrical, or Controls Engineering, If you're passionate about automation, enjoy technical leadership, and want to work on truly bespoke machinery, we'd love to hear from you.

## Description

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll design, implement, document, and commission control software for bespoke automation equipment. You'll take ownership of smaller software projects end-to-end and play a key role within larger, multi-disciplinary teams.

You'll be trusted to lead software workstreams, produce clear and robust Software Design Specifications (SDS), conduct formal Source Code Reviews (SCRs), and support commissioning activities both in-house and at customer sites (FAT/SAT). Occasional travel may be required and will always be planned in advance.

What You'll Be Doing

 * Lead software development for assigned projects, ensuring alignment with SDS and functional requirements
 * Produce and maintain clear, accurate Software Design Specifications
 * Conduct formal Source Code Reviews, providing constructive and actionable feedback
 * Independently deliver software on smaller automation projects from concept to sign-off
 * Support and often lead commissioning activities (in-house and on site)
 * Collaborate closely with Principal Engineers, Project Managers, and cross-discipline teams
 * Mentor and support junior engineers, sharing best practices and technical expertise

What Success Looks Like

 * High-quality SDS documents that guide effective implementation
 * Software delivered on time and to specification
 * Successfully commissioned systems with documented testing
 * Meaningful contributions to SCRs and team development
 * A positive mentoring impact on junior engineers


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