PLC Software Engineer


Job description

Industrial temps are delighted to be recruiting for a PLC Software Engineer for our Client Mallaghan based in Dungannon, Co Tyrone.

Responsibilities

  • Design, program, configure and implement software in PLC systems to automate industrial systems to meet operational needs.
  • Debug, test, and validate control logic to ensure performance standards are achieved.
  • Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to integrate PLCs into broader control system architecture, including Telematics and HMI interfaces.
  • Analyse and optimize existing control logic to improve efficiency, accuracy, and system reliability.
  • Troubleshoot system malfunctions, identifying and implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime.
  • Create comprehensive documentation, including wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and I/O configurations, to support ongoing system management and troubleshooting in accordance with global safety standards in electronics system design.
  • Maintains product and company reputation by complying with regulations.
  • Use vehicle interface tools such as Vector CANalyzer, CANfox, etc.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Any other duties as required by the Line Manager to suit business needs.
  • Adherence to our ISO 9001 Quality management system.
  • Adherence to company health and safety procedures.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Degree qualified in electronic engineering, software engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience.
  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience within Tier 1 or OEM sectors (on highway or off highway) within system engineering or software development
  • Ability to design and implement complex control architectures involving multiple PLCs, sensors, and actuators.
  • Knowledge of industry standards, such as IEC 61131-3, for PLC programming.
  • Experience in software programming with CODESYS
  • Experience with real-time system debugging, control loop tuning, and signal processing.
  • Ability to adhere to company processes relating to internal and external procedures and sign-off requirements.
  • Strong desire to learn from working on differing system architectures and coding techniques.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work well independently and in a team.

Vacancy ID
1735555
Job Sector
IT
Area
Co Armagh
Location
Dungannon
Salary
£45,000 per annum
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
40
Published date
16/09/2025
Closing date
27/10/2025
Worktime
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