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Principal Software Engineer (Hybrid / Tadcaster, UK)
Purpose of the Role: As a Principal Software Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of Mpac’s cutting-edge automation machines. Your expertise will be crucial in: Creating control software across leading PLC platforms like Siemens, Rockwell, and Beckhoff for first of a kind packaging and assembly machines. Managing project teams consisting of Senior Software and Software Engineers. Developing and maintaining Mpac standard software templates and libraries. Developing and maintaining Mpac software development procedures. Acting as a technical expert and point of contact for project-related topics. Performing and overseeing software design code reviews. Outputs/Deliverables
Support delivery of high-quality software design based on comprehensive understanding of customer and regulatory requirements. Possess experience in Full Lifecycle Projects for pharmaceutical and process manufacturing applications. Exhibit commercial acumen to ensure cost-effective solutions and manage scope changes according to company procedures. Communicate project status effectively to relevant stakeholders. Contribute proactively to continuous improvement initiatives and provide data for project performance evaluation. Consistently strive to exceed customer expectations. Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities
Create/modify PLC software, vision applications, robot applications, motion applications, and HMI/visualisation systems. Manage software project teams' progress against defined key milestones. Create project documentation including I/O lists, FDS, SDI, SDS, HDS, and FAT/SAT test documents. Occasionally provide support with commissioning on customer sites in the UK and overseas. Assist with technical support across departments, including simulations, estimating, and hardware/software selection. Interpret customer and regulatory requirements to ensure aligned software designs, minimising technical risk. Provide aftersales support for existing machinery and installations. Ensure design quality is maintained throughout the project by verifying with Software Engineers that the output meets the company’s standard operating procedures. Communicate accurate project status internally with the team, and externally to customers and suppliers when required. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and report on project performance relative to KPIs. Provide support during design review meetings to achieve timely approvals. Collaborate with and be the point of contact for Project Engineers to ensure successful resource planning for project milestones. Core Values & Competencies
Mpac Core Values: Integrity Drive Expertise Mpac Lambert Core Competencies: SHE Initiative Self-Development Positive Self Image Flexibility Thoroughness Knowledge and Experience
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge and experience in electrical or mechatronic engineering. Proficient in the use of Rockwell and Siemens programming platforms. Integration of robotics into automation solutions. Technical Skills and Qualifications
Apprentice trained in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering. HNC, HND, or BSC in a relevant engineering discipline. Proficient in the use of Rockwell and Siemens programming platforms. Integration of robotics into automation solutions. Integration of vision systems into industrial automation. Integration of servo drives into industrial automation. Previous skills utilizing Rockwell Automation products – RSLogix / Studio 5000 / FactoryTalk, Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7, B&R, GE Fanuc iFix, and Aveva InTouch and System Platform – but all SCADA packages accepted. Relationship and Reporting Line
Reports to: Software Team Lead Working relationships with: Project Engineers, Design Team, Software Team, Commissioning Team, Customers & Suppliers Apply now
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Purpose of the Role: As a Principal Software Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of Mpac’s cutting-edge automation machines. Your expertise will be crucial in: Creating control software across leading PLC platforms like Siemens, Rockwell, and Beckhoff for first of a kind packaging and assembly machines. Managing project teams consisting of Senior Software and Software Engineers. Developing and maintaining Mpac standard software templates and libraries. Developing and maintaining Mpac software development procedures. Acting as a technical expert and point of contact for project-related topics. Performing and overseeing software design code reviews. Outputs/Deliverables
Support delivery of high-quality software design based on comprehensive understanding of customer and regulatory requirements. Possess experience in Full Lifecycle Projects for pharmaceutical and process manufacturing applications. Exhibit commercial acumen to ensure cost-effective solutions and manage scope changes according to company procedures. Communicate project status effectively to relevant stakeholders. Contribute proactively to continuous improvement initiatives and provide data for project performance evaluation. Consistently strive to exceed customer expectations. Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities
Create/modify PLC software, vision applications, robot applications, motion applications, and HMI/visualisation systems. Manage software project teams' progress against defined key milestones. Create project documentation including I/O lists, FDS, SDI, SDS, HDS, and FAT/SAT test documents. Occasionally provide support with commissioning on customer sites in the UK and overseas. Assist with technical support across departments, including simulations, estimating, and hardware/software selection. Interpret customer and regulatory requirements to ensure aligned software designs, minimising technical risk. Provide aftersales support for existing machinery and installations. Ensure design quality is maintained throughout the project by verifying with Software Engineers that the output meets the company’s standard operating procedures. Communicate accurate project status internally with the team, and externally to customers and suppliers when required. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and report on project performance relative to KPIs. Provide support during design review meetings to achieve timely approvals. Collaborate with and be the point of contact for Project Engineers to ensure successful resource planning for project milestones. Core Values & Competencies
Mpac Core Values: Integrity Drive Expertise Mpac Lambert Core Competencies: SHE Initiative Self-Development Positive Self Image Flexibility Thoroughness Knowledge and Experience
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge and experience in electrical or mechatronic engineering. Proficient in the use of Rockwell and Siemens programming platforms. Integration of robotics into automation solutions. Technical Skills and Qualifications
Apprentice trained in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering. HNC, HND, or BSC in a relevant engineering discipline. Proficient in the use of Rockwell and Siemens programming platforms. Integration of robotics into automation solutions. Integration of vision systems into industrial automation. Integration of servo drives into industrial automation. Previous skills utilizing Rockwell Automation products – RSLogix / Studio 5000 / FactoryTalk, Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7, B&R, GE Fanuc iFix, and Aveva InTouch and System Platform – but all SCADA packages accepted. Relationship and Reporting Line
Reports to: Software Team Lead Working relationships with: Project Engineers, Design Team, Software Team, Commissioning Team, Customers & Suppliers Apply now
Apply now for this Principal Software Engineer role Name Company City Country Email * Contact Number Message Attach CV Max. file size: 50 MB.
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