Software Applications Engineer

Matchtech
Maidstone, United Kingdom
Last month
£35,000 – £40,000 pa

Salary

£35,000 – £40,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
1 May 2026 (Last month)

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service Opportunity to purchase further holidays Wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Comprehensive pension plan Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options Paid yearly membership to one recognised professional association


Our client, a well known business in the construction/technology sector, is seeking a skilled Software Engineer with expertise in SCADA to join their team in Exeter, Devon, or Plymouth, Devon. This permanent role offers the chance to work on varied and technically challenging automation projects within a supportive and forward-thinking engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Interpreting and translating functional, control, and system requirements into robust software solutions
  • Producing key design documentation, including I/O lists, Functional Design Specifications (FDS), Software Design Specifications (SDS), and test documentation
  • Programming PLCs and HMIs, primarily Schneider, with exposure to Allen Bradley, Siemens, Omron, and Mitsubishi systems
  • Configuring and supporting SCADA platforms such as Wonderware, Rockwell, and Siemens
  • Delivering projects on time and within budget, in line with contractual and industry standards
  • Applying expert knowledge of PLC logic, flow-charting, and system architecture
  • Interpreting low-voltage electrical drawings and system schematics
  • Attending customer sites as required, representing the business professionally and living the company's values
Job Requirements:
  • HNC, HND or Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electronic Engineering
  • Strong IT skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
  • Proven experience with PLC programming in a customer-focused environment (Schneider, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Omron or Mitsubishi)
  • Knowledge of SCADA systems and logic auto-generation from templates
  • Understanding of electrical systems and industrial control environments
  • Excellent technical report writing skills, including FDS and test plans
  • Commercial awareness and a strong focus on quality delivery
  • Sound Health & Safety awareness
Benefits:
  • Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
  • A wide range of corporate discounts
  • Cycle to Work schemes
  • Comprehensive pension plan
  • Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
  • Private medical scheme options available for all salaried employees
  • Paid yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role


If you are an experienced Software Engineer with a strong background in SCADA, looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Devon.

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