PLC Engineer

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a PLC Engineer to develop advanced control software for industrial systems. You will design and implement PLC-based control systems, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and improve existing architectures. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electronic/Software Engineering and strong knowledge in PLC programming, especially CODESYS and IEC 61131-3. This role offers an opportunity to impact the automation sector significantly.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronic/Software Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experienced in Tier 1 or OEM sectors.
• Strong PLC programming skills (CODESYS & IEC 61131-3).
• Skilled in real‑time debugging, control systems, and signal processing.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement PLC-based control software for bespoke systems.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to integrate PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and telematics.
• Debug, test, and optimise real‑time control loops.
• Troubleshoot and improve existing architectures.

Skills

PLC programming skills (CODESYS & IEC 61131-3)

Real-time debugging

Control systems knowledge

Signal processing skills

Education

Degree in Electronic/Software Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

MCS Group is delighted to recruit a PLC Engineer for our client based in Dungannon. You'll play a key role in developing control software for complex industrial systems—helping deliver equipment with smart automation, safety, and efficiency.

What You'll Do:

• Design and implement PLC-based control software for bespoke systems
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to integrate PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and telematics
• Debug, test, and optimise real‑time control loops
• Troubleshoot and improve existing architectures

What We're Looking For:

• Degree in Electronic/Software Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experienced in Tier 1 or OEM sectors
• Strong PLC programming skills (CODESYS & IEC 61131-3)
• Skilled in real‑time debugging, control systems, and signal processing

This is your chance to make a real impact in a hands‑on engineering role at the cutting edge of industrial automation.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up‑to‑date CV via the link provided or contact Kathy Donaghey, Senior Specialist Consultant at MCS Group, 028 96935521.