Software Engineer - Automation (Contract)

Location: Tadcaster

Contract Length: 8-Week Contract

Commencement Date: Tuesday 10 February 2026

Overview 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 applications

Hands-on programming and integration of Staubli robotic systems (essential)

Experience with motion control and servo drives

Implementation of PackML standards

Integration of Keyence vision systems

PLC, robot, motion, vision, and HMI software development and modification

Supporting simulation, testing, and on-site commissioning

Producing FDS, SDS, I/O lists, FAT and SAT documentation

Ensuring compliance with the Machinery Directive (BS EN 12100)

Delivering clean, efficient, production-ready code

Background in process or pharmaceutical automation

Proven full lifecycle project experience

Siemens PLC expertise (Rockwell experience beneficial)

Engineering qualification: HNC / HND / Degree

Benefits on offer for the Contract Software Engineer:

Short-term, clearly defined 8-week contract- with the potential scope to extend

On-site role with no remote ambiguity

Opportunity to work on advanced automation, robotics, and vision systems

Fast-paced project with immediate impact

Collaborative engineering environment with experienced teams

Consistent 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.

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