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 61131-3 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.