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Process Automation Software Engineer

Controls Engineering Solutions LtdOrton Northgate, Peterborough🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 13 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to leverage your expertise in PLC-based control systems and instrumentation to design and implement impactful automation solutions within a reputable company. You'll thrive here if you have a passion for problem-solving and a drive for continuous learning, collaborating with a dedicated team to optimize processes across diverse industries. Apply now to contribute to innovative projects and advance your career in process automation!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Orton Northgate, Peterborough, United Kingdom
Posted
14 hours ago
Microsoft Office

Job Description

Company Description: Controls Engineering Solutions Ltd provides end-to-end services for electrical controls, instrumentation, and automation across a wide range of industries. The company delivers minor upgrades through to full turnkey solutions, including training and consultancy. Services span assessment, engineering, design, manufacture, installation, commissioning, and ongoing support. With a focus on electrical control systems and instrumentation, the organization helps clients optimize performance, reliability, and safety in their operations.

Role Description: The Process Automation Software Engineer is a full-time, role based in the City of Peterborough. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining process automation solutions, with a focus on PLC-based control systems and instrumentation integration. Day-to-day activities include developing control logic, configuring and testing automation software, troubleshooting system issues, and optimizing process performance. The role collaborates closely with project engineers, design teams, and clients to define requirements, produce technical documentation, and ensure compliant, reliable, and safe operation of control systems.


  • Comply to all QHSE regulations, company policies, procedures and standards
  • Deliver project specific design and engineering tasks timely and effectively
  • Ensure designs comply to all regulations and customer specification
  • PLC and SCADA software application development
  • Testing and commissioning of the project deliverables
  • Support colleagues and the needs of the business

Qualifications:

  • Electrical engineering related degree or apprenticeship
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience:

  • 4+ years Rockwell Allen Bradley ControlLogix experience
  • 4+ years Rockwell Allen Bradley FactoryTalk View SE experience
  • Experienced in working to ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO27001 and ISO45001

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