Software Controls Engineer

Software Controls Engineer 3-6 month contract £45.00 – £55.00 p/h DOE (Outside IR35) Liverpool Wigan St Helens Warrington Bolton Automation / PLC / Siemens TIA Portal / Rockwell / Allen-Bradley I am currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established UK manufacturer operating within a fast-paced production environment. They are seeking an experienced Software Controls Engineer to support an ongoing automation upgrade programme on a short-term contract basis. For this position, you will be required to carry out the following duties: Develop and modify PLC software using Siemens TIA Portal and/or Rockwell Studio 5000 across live production systems Support the commissioning and integration of new automated equipment into existing production lines Assist with FAT and SAT testing, including execution, sign-off and documentation Support integration between PLCs, HMIs, sensors and third-party systems Create and maintain commissioning documentation including I/O lists, FDS, SDS and test records Collaborate closely with Project Engineers, Electrical Engineers and site Operations teams to minimise downtime and deliver on programme The successful contractor will have the following attributes: Strong hands-on experience with PLC programming and fault-finding in live industrial environments Proven background in Siemens TIA Portal and/or Rockwell Studio 5000 Experience with SCADA or HMI platforms during commissioning and testing Exposure to servo drives, variable speed drives and motion control systems Familiarity with safety systems including Pilz or Sick safety PLCs Knowledge of PackML or industry-standard machine state models advantageous Food, beverage or FMCG sector experience beneficial but not essential The Benefits of This Position: Opportunity to work on a varied and technically interesting automation programme Exposure to modern controls architecture within an established manufacturing environment Outside IR35 contract ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation