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Senior Automation Software Engineer
£40,000 - 80,000
Owen Daniels
Waddesdon Greenway, Eastleigh
£40,000 - 80,000
Requirements
Must:
- Significant experience in control systems software design within process or regulated industries
- Strong Rockwell / Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLC software design capability (essential)
- Experience with Siemens platforms, including:
- TIA Portal
- Step 7
- WinCC / WinCC Flexible
- Proven experience delivering automation projects across the full lifecycle
- Commissioning and fault-finding experience on industrial equipment
- Understanding of structured software testing methodologies
- Experience working within quality-driven environments (e.g., ISO 9001)
- Desirable: Experience with SCADA systems (e.g., iFIX, WinCC)
- Desirable: Knowledge of GAMP, FDA, or other regulated industry standards
- Desirable: Electrical hardware design exposure
- Desirable: Experience within pharmaceutical or life sciences sectors
- Desirable: HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
Responsibilities
- Review and define project scope, deliverables and functional requirements
- Design and develop PLC, HMI and SCADA software solutions
- Produce high-quality documentation including:
- Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
- Software Design Specifications (SDS)
- Test documentation and manuals
- Conduct structured software testing (FAT/SAT)
- Support on-site commissioning and system qualification activities
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
- Deliver customer training for operators and maintenance teams
- Implement system modifications and improvements when required
Description
We are partnered with a globally recognized engineering business that delivers high-specification process and production equipment into highly regulated industries. We are seeking a Senior Automation Software Engineer to join our growing team in the Southampton/Eastleigh area. This key senior-level position is perfect for an experienced controls software specialist with strong Rockwell design expertise and Siemens experience. We offer a competitive salary of £58,000 – £63,000 along with excellent benefits, including 25 days annual leave, a company pension, and options for private healthcare. Join our stable, well-established organization and be part of delivering technically challenging automation projects globally.
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