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Control Systems Software Engineer

Stone - hybrid working

I am seeking passionate and experienced engineers to join my clients Energy team. The role involves designing, developing, and implementing software for PLC-based control and SCADA systems. As part of the team, you will engage in every stage of the project lifecycle, delivering PLC and SCADA/DCS solutions primarily for renewable power generation and energy storage projects.

Your work will include system upgrades to the latest versions, system modifications for enhancements and extensions, as well as contributing to new build projects. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in mainstream control automation, demonstrated across multiple projects utilizing the specified technology platforms.

Essential experience:

Minimum 5 years experience using at least one of the following technologies:-
Siemens PCS7 Automation Stations
Siemens TIA Portal for S7 PLCs
Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix utilising Studio 5000
Schneider M580/M340 utilising EcoStruxure Control Expert
Minimum 5 years experience /Advanced SCADA Configuration skills using at least one of the following applications: -
Siemens PCS7 OS
OPA-DATA Zenon
Siemens WinCC
Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE
Codra Panorama
Experience of producing Function Design Specifications, System/Detailed Design Specifications and Test Specifications
Experience of writing software to IEC61131 utilising ladder, function block diagram, sequential function chart and structured text.
Experience of performing Internal and Customer Factory Acceptance Tests
Experience of leading a small project or a sub team of a large project
Experience reviewing the work of others
Knowledge of project lifecycle working to QA procedures
Willingness to travel and work away when required
Full UK Driving licence

Desirable experience:

Experience of communication protocols including: -
Profibus/Profinet, Modbus TCP/RTU, IEC (phone number removed)-104, IEC 61850, DNP3 etc
Experience of virtualisation utilising VMWare or HyperV
Experience Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 and Domain Configuration
Experience of Network Switch and Firewall Configuration
Experience of simulation software e.g. SIMIT/ PICS/WinMOD
Experience of renewable power generation control systems
Experience of site work/commissioning automation control systems
Experience of Legacy PLCs/software e.g. Rockwell RSLogix5, 500 or 5000, Schneider Unity Pro/Concept, Siemens Step 7.
Experience of delivering safety systems to IEC 61508/61511
Experience of delivering cyber secure systems to IEC 62443