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Lead Project Software Engineer
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Job Description
Position: Lead Project Software Engineer
Location: Bristol, UK
Mode: Onsite (5 days onsite/week)
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 Months)
As a Lead Project Software Engineer, you will be responsible for
Lead the execution of software projects within the subsea control production systems department.
Develop and maintain PLC and/or SCADA applications, including creating functions from scratch, troubleshooting, source control, etc maintaining code quality through best practices
Reporting of project progress and resource status on a regular basis. Technical input to & review of project plans as required.
Working with the global team to ensure unit engineering is executed to contract specifications and local regulatory requirements
Taking ownership of key control systems engineering deliverables; System FDS, Software Requirements Specifications, Software Design Documents and system test procedures
Preparing and reviewing Project Requirements and Design Specifications, Software Products Requirements, Design and Interface Specifications.
Preparing and reviewing Test Requirements for specific software applications/units to standards as defined within the Codes of Practice.
Reviewing solutions to ensure cross-project standardisation and optimisation of engineering resource
To be successful in this role you will
Have Bachelors in Engineering or Science based discipline or equivalent knowledge and experience
Have more than 5 years automation experience with specific focus on PLC and HMI/SCADA technologies - (Twincat Soft PLC and Ignition SCADA are preferable)
Experience with different industrial protocols such as Modbus TCP, CAN, Ethernet UPD, OPC UA.
Knowledge of object-oriented design methodology.
Have a Deep understanding of S/W methodologies and development processes & ownership of process improvements and quality
Have experience in using analytical tools to aid & enhance product/offering development
Have experience delivering projects on small scales
Have strong inter-personal and communication skills, excellent report writing & presentation skill, and knowledge sharing capabilities
Able to travel to and work at sites as assigned by Company
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£45,000 – £60,000 (Glassdoor, Levels.fyi, 2025)
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