Plc Software Engineer

PLC Software Engineer

Location: Cambridge Outskirts
Circa: 50,000 DOE

Coates Recruitment is working with a well-established and growing manufacturer of bespoke process machinery, seeking a Software Engineer to join their engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in industrial automation, control systems, PLC programming and HMI development who enjoys working on bespoke machinery projects from concept through to commissioning.

The business designs and manufactures advanced process equipment supplied to customers across the UK and internationally, offering a varied role with genuine technical challenges and long-term career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and modify PLC and HMI software for bespoke machinery and automation projects
• Support the design, testing and commissioning of control systems
• Work closely with mechanical and electrical engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Assist with fault finding, diagnostics and software improvements on existing equipment
• Support customers and internal teams with technical software-related queries
• Participate in factory acceptance testing and occasional customer site visits

Suitable applicants are likely to have experience with:

• PLC programming and industrial automation systems
• HMI development and control system integration
• Structured Text programming
• Mitsubishi PLCs (highly desirable), although Siemens, Allen Bradley or Omron experience will also be considered
• Electrical control systems and machinery automation
• A high-level programming language such as C#, C++, VB, Java or Python would be advantageous

What's on Offer?

• Salary circa 50,000 DOE
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
• Exposure to a wide range of bespoke machinery projects
• Potential UK and international travel
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
• Supportive engineering environment with a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement

Interested? Apply today!