Our client, a leading company in the Controls and Automation sector, is currently seeking a Software Technical Lead to join their team on a contract basis. As the Software Technical Lead, you will be responsible for providing overall technical and engineering leadership to the Software Team, supporting the Software Project Manager in all aspects of technical delivery and scope management.
Main Responsibilities:

• Overall technical and engineering Software Team leadership
• Working closely with and supporting the Software Project Manager in all aspects of technical delivery and scope management
• Lead the technical and quality requirements for the Software Team
• Technical support during integrated system testing, CFAT and SAT
• Review of documents created by the project team
• Ensure project adherence to company quality processes and procedures
• Detailed task and procurement list development and leadership
• Monitoring progress of activities being progressed by the Software Team
• Identification of project opportunities and variations
• Support the Project Manager in identifying and managing risks and issues
• Support the Project Manager in the project delivery strategy development and planning
• Identification of deviations from agreed functionality or scope and notify Project Manager
• Training planning and support
• Mentoring of Engineers
• Provide Health and Safety leadership by example

Experience & Qualifications:
Essential:

• Strong experience of system specification through design, development and testing
• In depth knowledge of Siemens S7 PLC's and WinCC SCADA systems
• Experience leading a team with a strong focus on programme adherence
• A good appreciation of control panels, electrical installation and Instrumentation solutions
• A Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Control Systems or relevant discipline

Desirable:

• Providing mentoring to new or developing engineers
• DCS
• Drives
• Plant Historians
• MES
• Industry 4.0
• IT/OT Convergence
• Network design and configuration
• Cyber Security
• Functional Safety
• Database implementation
• Energy Efficiency and OEE
• Industrial Protocol Knowledge (IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, OPC etc)
• Bespoke code development
• TIA Portal PLC programming

If you have significant experience in SCADA, PLC's, Electrical, Controls, Automation, and a strong leadership background, along with the desired qualifications and skills, then apply now for this exciting opportunity with our client. Don't miss out!