PLC Software Engineer

1 day ago

Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Ocado Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled PLC Software Engineer to join our team at Ocado Logistics. As a key member of our automation team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and troubleshooting high-quality prototype machines using repeatable PLC/IPC-controlled systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop PLC code for new automation products and reusable library-compliant code for OSP peripheral stations.
  • Create and implement functionality to determine machinery state, including alarms and fault trees for root cause analysis.
  • Design software architectures, produce interface specifications, and influence hardware and electrical design through active participation in design reviews and technology selection.
  • Develop and troubleshoot control code for various hardware configurations, support electromechanical setup and parameterization, and provide advanced fieldbus network diagnostics.
  • Lead the development of machines from concept through to production release, ensuring efficient warehouse software roll-outs through tooling, pipelines, and automated deployment processes.
  • Collaborate with product improvement engineers, design teams, and hardware teams to resolve issues, provide training, and maintain detailed knowledge of all equipment.
  • Support commissioning at FAT and SAT, manage remote software deployments, and refine backlog activities, including fault triage and investigation.
  • Maintain strong version control practices, provide end-user training, and organise support for existing field equipment, either through documentation, on-call, or on-site support.
  • Engage in ongoing review and improvement discussions, contributing to the enhancement of supplied equipment.
Requirements
  • At least 5 years experience working with mechanical handling equipment or warehouse environments.
  • Proven experience developing high complexity PLC software for industrial applications.
  • Strong problem-solving credentials, technical leadership and ability to innovate.
  • Experience in coding from scratch.
  • Hands on experience with hardware commissioning activities.
  • Experience with Git.
  • Understanding of electrical drawings and basic electrical fault finding skills.
  • Experience working in a collaborative team focused environment.
What We Offer
  • Hybrid working model (2 days in the office).
  • 30 days 'work from anywhere' policy +.
  • Remote working for the month of August.
  • 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after 5 years service (plus optional holiday purchase).
  • Pension scheme (various options available including employer contribution matching up to 7%).
  • Private Medical Insurance.
  • 22 weeks paid maternity leave and 6 weeks paid paternity leave (once relevant service requirements complete).
  • Train Ticket loan (interest-free).
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Opportunity to participate in Share save and Buy as You Earn share schemes.
  • 15% discount on and free delivery for all employees.
  • Income Protection(can be up to 50% of salary for 3 years) and Life Assurance(3 x annual salary).
  • Share options + free shares annually.

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