PLC Software Engineer in Billericay, Essex

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Are you a skilled PLC Software Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a designer and manufacturer of special purpose machinery, is seeking an engineer to join their team.



This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative, bespoke automated systems for high-profile customers across regulated industries. You'll play a key role in the full project lifecycle - taking concepts from initial specification through to commissioning and customer handover.



Key Responsibilities



Develop, test, and implement PLC software for bespoke automated machinery



Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and project engineering teams



Support machine FAT/SAT activities and on-site commissioning



Produce and maintain technical documentation



Provide technical input during design reviews and customer meetings



Ideal Experience



PLC programming proficiency (Siemens )



Background working with pharmaceutical equipment or other regulated sectors such as food & beverage, medical devices, automotive, aerospace, or FMCG



Experience delivering automation solutions for special purpose machinery, robotics, or complex production systems



Strong understanding of machine safety standards and validation processes



Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment



A proactive engineer with excellent problem-solving skills



Strong communication and the ability to engage confidently with customers



Someone who enjoys variety and the challenge of developing one-off solutions



Willingness to travel occasionally for commissioning

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