Software, Controls & Automation Engineering Coordinator

Premier Foods Plc; Moreton; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Moreton seeks a Software, Controls & Automation Engineering Coordinator to drive automation excellence. Responsibilities include managing PLC systems, championing continuous improvement, and delivering training. Candidates need a relevant HND or degree, a minimum of 3 years' experience in controls, and strong software writing skills. The role offers a salary of £52,500 per annum plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Salary of £52,500 per annum

Opportunities for learning and career development

Supportive culture that encourages innovation

Chance to contribute to iconic brands

Qualifications

• HND or engineering degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs and SCADA/HMI platforms.
• Strong problem-solving skills and self-starter attitude.

Responsibilities

• Act as site lead for PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems.
• Champion continuous improvement in automated systems.
• Deliver in-house training on PLC and software processes.

Skills

HND or Engineering Degree

Minimum 3 years’ front-line controls experience

Experience with Allen‑Bradley, Siemens PLCs

Software writing experience

Problem-solving skills

Education

Mechatronic/Robotic/Software/Engineering

Tools

PLC, SCADA, HMI systems

Profibus, ProfiNet, Ethernet

Job description

Software, Controls & Automation Engineering Coordinator

Hours: Days (08:30 – 17:00) with flexibility for plant start‑ups and on‑call support

About the Role

Join Premier Foods and help us power automation excellence across our Moreton site, the home of the Cadbury Mini Roll. We’re looking for a Software Controls & Automation Coordinator to lead PLC and software management, fault finding, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a key role driving automation capability and supporting our engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as site lead for PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems, ensuring robust software management and change control.
• Champion continuous improvement and reliability across automated systems.
• Manage software updates, modifications, and compliance with safety standards.
• Deliver in‑house training to upskill engineers on PLC and software processes.
• Support CAPEX projects and liaise with system integrators.
• Provide weekday on-call support (Mon–Thu, 5–10pm).

What We’re Looking For

• HND or Engineering Degree (Mechatronic/Robotic/Software/Engineering) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ front-line controls experience.
• Hands‑on experience with Allen‑Bradley, Siemens PLCs, SCADA/HMI platforms.
• Software writing experience and knowledge of industrial networks (Profibus, ProfiNet, Ethernet).
• Strong problem‑solving skills, self‑starter attitude, and flexibility.

Why Join Us?

At Premier Foods, we foster a people‑first culture that values well‑being, individuality, and continuous growth. You’ll work in a warm, inclusive environment where your expertise drives meaningful change. We offer:

• A salary of £52,500 per annum with benefits package.
• Opportunities for learning and career development.
• A supportive culture that encourages innovation and collaboration.
• The chance to contribute to iconic brands loved across the UK.

A great British food company

Premier Foods is one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 13 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country.

Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and you’ll find them in 90% of British households.

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.