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In this hands-on role you will design, develop and support PLC and SCADA software solutions for industrial automation projects across manufacturing and process sectors. You will work closely with project teams, electricians, commissioning engineers and clients to deliver safe, reliable and efficient control systems that meet technical and commercial requirements.\nKey Responsibilities\nLead software design, development and documentation for PLC (Mitsubishi and Schneider Electric) and SCADA/HMI systems.\n\nCreate and maintain control system architecture, functional specifications, I/O lists and software build schedules.\n\nDevelop structured, modular, and well-commented code following company and industry standards (SIL/ISA where applicable).\n\nSupport FATs, SATs and on-site commissioning activities, including diagnostics, troubleshooting and software modifications.\n\nIntegrate PLC/SCADA with field devices, industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus) and higher-level systems (MES, ERP).\n\nProduce and maintain technical documentation, test plans, wiring and loop diagrams, and as-built drawings.\n\nMentor and support junior controls engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes.\n\nEnsure compliance with health & safety, quality and client site rules at all times.\n\nWhat You’ll Bring\nProven experience in PLC and SCADA software engineering, ideally in a senior or lead role.\n\nHands-on experience with one or more PLC platforms (Mitsubishi and Schneider Electric).\n\nFamiliarity with SCADA/HMI packages (Wonderware, Ignition, WinCC, FactoryTalk or similar).\n\nStrong understanding of industrial communications, I/O, instrumentation and control theory.\n\nExperience of commissioning and fault-finding on live systems; comfortable working on client sites.\n\nExcellent technical documentation skills and attention to detail.\n\nGood interpersonal and mentoring skills; able to collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams.\n\nRelevant electrical or control engineering qualification and full UK driving licence.\n\nWhat We Offer\nCompetitive salary and pension.\n\n25 days holiday plus bank holidays, healthcare and wellbeing benefits.\n\nEV Car & Share Scheme\n\nContinuous professional development, formal training and excellent progression opportunities within VINCI Energies.\n\nSupportive team culture and flexible working arrangements where operationally feasible.\n\nAbout us\nActemium Automation Huddersfield, part of the VINCI Energies group, delivers safe, sustainable and innovative automation solutions to industrial clients. 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