Software Engineer - Automation (Contract)Location: TadcasterContract Length: 8-Week ContractCommencement Date: Tuesday 10 February 2026Overview 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 applicationsHands-on programming and integration of Staubli robotic systems (essential)Experience with motion control and servo drivesImplementation of PackML standardsIntegration of Keyence vision systemsPLC, robot, motion, vision, and HMI software development and modificationSupporting simulation, testing, and on-site commissioningProducing FDS, SDS, I/O lists, FAT and SAT documentationEnsuring compliance with the Machinery Directive (BS EN 12100)Delivering clean, efficient, production-ready codeBackground in process or pharmaceutical automationProven full lifecycle project experienceSiemens PLC expertise (Rockwell experience beneficial)Engineering qualification: HNC / HND / Degree Benefits