Role: Software Engineer  

Location: Sandy, must be a driver due to location

Hours: Monday to Friday

Salary: £50,000 per annum

OA are recruiting on behalf of an innovative and market-leading engineering manufacturer based near Sandy and due to continued growth our client is looking to appoint a Software Engineer to join their close-knit and highly skilled software team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with PLC and software development experience to work on cutting-edge automation technology, including robotics, advanced cooking and cooling systems, and bespoke machinery used globally.

What’s in it for you:

• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
• Career progression within a growing engineering business
• Exposure to advanced automation and robotics technology
• Potential travel opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work on innovative, bespoke engineering projects

Duties of a Software Engineer:

• Develop and support PLC and HMI control systems
• Program and modify software for bespoke automated machinery
• Work on advanced food processing and robotic systems
• Support commissioning, testing and ongoing equipment improvements
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams on new product development
• Provide technical support for UK and international customers
• Assist with troubleshooting and software diagnostics when required
• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation projects

What we would like from you:

• Experience programming PLC and HMI control systems
• Familiarity with PLC structured text programming (Mitsubishi PLC experience)
• Knowledge of high-level programming languages such as: C#, C++, Java, VB, Python
• Experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens or Omron PLCs
• Exposure to industrial automation, robotics or special-purpose machinery
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team
• Excellent communication skills

If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV.

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