Controls Software Engineer

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Controls Software Engineer - Join a Growing, Global Team
Due to exciting business growth and a strategy to bring more operations back in-house, we are expanding our dynamic Controls Department at Joloda Hydraroll. With a standout benefits package including competitive salary up to £50,000, enhanced pension and holiday allowance, global travel opportunities, and a family-feel culture despite our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to join us.

About Us:
Joloda Hydraroll are the materials handling experts, designing and delivering innovative automated loading systems to world-class clients like Amazon, DHL, Nestlé, and Unilever. With over 60 years of expertise and 500,000 systems installed globally, we are on an ambitious journey to double our turnover and continue expanding worldwide.

The Role:
We are seeking a skilled Controls Software Engineer to design, develop, and support control systems for automated conveyor and loading solutions. Working with Siemens TIA Portal and Rockwell Studio 5000, you’ll deliver world-class systems for leading global brands. This is a varied role, balancing office-based software development and testing with on-site commissioning at customer locations worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and commission Siemens PLC (S7-1200, S7-1500) and HMI solutions using TIA Portal.

Modify and troubleshoot ladder logic programs.

Perform I/O checks, loop testing, FAT/SAT testing.

Interface with third-party hardware and systems.

Provide technical support and training to clients.

Ensure system safety, quality, and compliance with international standards.

About You:

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical, Automation, or Mechatronics Engineering.

Proven experience commissioning industrial automation systems

Strong proficiency in Siemens TIA Portal.

Willing and able to travel globally (approx. 50% of the time)

Ability to work independently, client-facing, with a solution-focused attitude.

Experience with Rockwell ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs, would be beneficial but not essential.

Working Arrangement:

Office location: Liverpool, Speke.

Office Hours: Monday–Thursday 8am–4:30pm, Friday 8am–2:30pm.

Hybrid working available upon agreement when not travelling.

Travel required: Approximately 50% internationally and domestically.

Benefits:

Up to £50,000 salary, depending on experience.

24 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 27 with service.

Hybrid work flexibility when not travelling.

Paid sick leave, paid travel expenses.

Company pension (4% employer contribution).

Full attendance bonus scheme.

Brand new offices with a strong, collaborative, family-like culture.

Global career development opportunities.

You’ll be joining a tight-knit, highly skilled, supportive team who genuinely enjoy what they do and look out for each other.

Ready to be part of a growing, ambitious, and friendly business that's making an impact across the world?
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