Contract Software Engineer

Job Description Software Engineer - Automation (Contract)Location: TadcasterContract Length: 8-Week ContractCommencement Date: Tuesday 10 February 2026Overview of the Company:Our client is a well-established engineering and automation business delivering complex, high-specification machinery into regulated manufacturing environments.They are currently supporting a time-critical project and require an experienced Automation Software Engineer (Contractor) to assist with commissioning and final delivery on site in Tadcaster.This is a hands-on role working alongside Project, Design, and Commissioning teams on advanced automated systems.Skills Required - Software Engineer (Automation)Programming and commissioning using Siemens TIA Portal V19, including Safety (F-PLC)Development of Siemens WinCC Unified HMI applicationsHands-on programming and integration of Staubli robotic systems (essential)Experience with motion control and servo drivesImplementation of PackML standardsIntegration of Keyence vision systemsPLC, robot, motion, vision, and HMI software development and modificationSupporting simulation, testing, and on-site commissioningProducing FDS, SDS, I/O lists, FAT and SAT documentationEnsuring compliance with the Machinery Directive (BS EN 12100)Delivering clean, efficient, production-ready codeBackground in process or pharmaceutical automationProven full lifecycle project experienceSiemens PLC expertise (Rockwell experience beneficial)Engineering qualification: HNC / HND / DegreeBenefits on offer for the Contract Software Engineer:Short-term, clearly defined 8-week contract- with the potential scope to extendOn-site role with no remote ambiguityOpportunity to work on advanced automation, robotics, and vision systemsFast-paced project with immediate impactCollaborative engineering environment with experienced teamsConsistent Monday-Friday hours (8:00am-4:00pm)For further details please call Emma Newbury.As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection LTD, you become automatically eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive 250 for every candidate we place in a permanent position. Terms and conditions apply. JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-28