Job Specification
Job Name: Software Contractor
Summary
As a Software Contractor you'll be working on the commissioning of our machines in a software capacity. Your expertise will be crucial in:
Siemens TIA V19 including Safety
Siemens WinCC Unified HMI
Motion/Servo drives
PackML
Keyence Vision
Staubli robot - desirable
Developing streamlined, efficient code
Utilising advanced simulation tools to perfect software before real-world implementation.
Ensuring our machines meet the highest safety standards by designing software compliant with the Machine Directive (BS EN 12100).
Onsite work required - Mpac lambert site (Tadcaster) and possibly customer sites depending on the project allocated to.
Must hold a UK driving license and must have the right to work in the UK
Purpose of the assignment
To support delivery of high-quality software design based on comprehensive understanding of customer and regulatory requirements and commissioning.
Possess experience in Full Lifecycle Projects for pharmaceutical and process manufacturing applications. Work towards proficiency in PLC Code design and development, with emphasis on Siemens systems, as well as Rockwell, Mitsubishi, and Allen Bradley.
Outputs / Deliverables
Create/modify PLC software, Create/modify vision applications, Create/modify robot applications, Create/modify motion applications, Create/modify HMI/visualisation systems.
Provide administrative support - preparing and creating/ modifying design documentation, including I/O lists, FDS, SDI, SDS, HDS and FAT/SAT test documents.
Assist with technical support across departments, including simulations, estimating, and hardware/ software selection.
Interpret customer and regulatory requirements to ensure aligned software designs, minimizing technical risk.
Ensure that design quality is maintained throughout the project by verifying in collaboration with Principle and Senior Software Engineers that the output meets the company's standard operating procedures and all safety requirements including regulatory and internal.
Communicate accurate project status internally with the team, and externally to customers and suppliers when/if required.
Provide support during design review meetings to achieve timely approvals.
Collaborate with and be the point of contact for the project to ensure successful resource planning for project milestones.
Exhibit commercial acumen to ensure cost-effective solutions and manage scope changes according to company procedures. Communicate project status effectively to relevant stakeholders.
Logging of time accurately and efficiently on our internal systems
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge and Experience in electrical or mechatronic Engineering
Proficient in the use of Siemens programming platforms.
Integration of robotics into automation solutions.
Integration of vision systems into industrial automation.
Integration of servo drives into industrial automation.
Process automation background.
HNC, HND, or BSC in a relevant engineering discipline
Desirable
Proficient in the use of Rockwell platforms
Proficient in the use of Beckhoff platforms
Staubli Robot experience
Previous skills utilising the following would be an advantage: Rockwell Automation products - RSLogix / Studio 5000 / FactoryTalk Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7. GE Fanuc iFix and Aveva InTouch and System Platform - but all SCADA packages accepted.
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