MERITUS are recruiting for a contract Beckhoff Engineer to join our client on an initial 12 month contract from their site in Derby to work on a security cleared project.
BECKHOFF ENGINEER - INSIDE IR35 - £45 PER HOUR - UNDERGO SC CLEARANCE - 12 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW - DERBY
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop PLC/SCADA systems based on customer specifications.
Program PLC control systems and configure SCADA systems from provided designs.
Participate in the entire software/systems lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, installation, configuration, and documentation.
Create design and test specifications in compliance with QA procedures.
Conduct installation, configuration, and testing at customer sites.
Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
Essential Qualifications and Skills:
A degree or HND in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent industrial experience.
Strong client-facing skills with the ability to work effectively within a combined client/contractor team.
Proven experience in producing design documentation and test specifications.
Willingness to travel and work off-site as required.
Proficiency in Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 PLC programming, specifically using IEC (phone number removed) Structured Text.
Familiarity with unit testing, Agile methodologies, and version control software (e.g., Git).
Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance.
A valid driving license.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
At least 3 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of the project lifecycle in engineering contexts.
Hands-on experience in PLC system design, coding, testing, and commissioning.
Experience in SCADA system design, configuration, and commissioning.
Previous experience working in the Nuclear Industry