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Job Title: Software Controls Engineer
Location: Bristol, with occasional site visits required and up to 2 days per week WFH.

Salary: up to £60,0000
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

Job Overview:

As a Software Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for programming, designing, and commissioning software solutions for industrial control systems. You will work closely with internal teams and clients to ensure high-quality system performance, from development through to implementation.

Benefits:

Up to £60,000 annual base salary
25 days annual leave + bank/public holidays
Employer pension contributions
Option to buy 3 additional days annual leave
Enhance Maternity and Paternity pay after 2 years of service
Death in Service
Access to vocational rehabilitation.
Long service vouchers and additional holidays
Key Responsibilities:

Develop software for PLCs, PACs, and HMIs.
Produce and maintain design documentation.
Conduct system testing to ensure reliability and efficiency.
Commission integrated systems at client sites.
Provide software support across different departments.
Troubleshoot Orbital systems in the field and provide technical support.
Maintain development/design records in line with Orbital's QA system.
Assist team members with technical issues and knowledge sharing.
Support other engineering disciplines within the design team.
Attend and contribute to design working group meetings.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:

Strong communication skills (verbal & written).
Proficiency in IEC (phone number removed) programming (ST preferred, FBD, SFC, LLD).
Experience in software/systems design lifecycle.
In-depth knowledge of network & serial communication protocols.
Understanding of Control & Instrumentation Engineering and gas industry standards.
Knowledge of Operational Technology Cyber Security.
Experience with multiple PLC platforms (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, etc.).
Why us?

Our client emphasizes professional development and upholds five core values: Safety, Service, Strength, Sustainability, and Success. Join them in driving innovation in decarbonization and renewable energy while working within a supportive and growth-oriented environment within the Oil & Gas industry.

EC&I Partners is acting as an employment business and an employment agency.

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