Senior Software Controls Engineer

📍 Bellshill | 💼 Full‑time | 🕒 Flexible Working
💰 Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits | 🚗 EV Car Scheme | 💷 Share Scheme | 🏥 Health Shield

Kigtek Solutions, part of VINCI Energies — a global leader in energy, digital transformation and industrial innovation — is seeking a Senior Software Controls Engineer to deliver high‑impact automation solutions across the Distilling, Brewing, Food Manufacturing and Renewable Energy sectors.

The Role

• Lead the design, development, testing and commissioning of PLC, SCADA and HMI control systems.

• Produce clear technical documentation including FDS, architecture diagrams and test plans.

• Manage software delivery across the full lifecycle (requirements → FAT/SAT → commissioning → handover).

• Troubleshoot and optimise control systems in live process environments.

• Collaborate across engineering teams and provide mentorship to junior engineers.

• Engage directly with clients, presenting technical solutions and supporting project delivery.

About You

• Engineering qualification (Degree/HND/HNC) in Controls, Electrical, Automation or Software.

• Strong experience developing industrial control software across PLC/SCADA/HMI platforms.

• Solid understanding of programming structures, testing and version control.

• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA).

• Proven FAT/SAT and commissioning experience.

• Confident communicator with full UK driving licence.

Desirable:
Experience with safety standards (IEC 61508/61511), IIoT/cloud integrations, cyber security, vendor toolsets (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, AVEVA) or projects in regulated sectors.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of VINCI Energies’ global network, offering long‑term career pathways and international stability.

• Work on meaningful, technology‑driven projects that support critical infrastructure and sustainability.

• Enjoy flexible working, a supportive team culture and continuous professional development.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, pension, annual bonus and comprehensive benefits.

• Company share scheme, EV car scheme and Health Shield healthcare.

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) and death‑in‑service cover.

• Ongoing training, development and certification support.

Join Kigtek Solutions and help build the next generation of industrial control systems.
Apply today.