Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Portsmouth

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you the person other engineers turn to when automation
problems become too complex?

Do you enjoy improving machinery rather than simply maintaining
it, and want a role where you can influence the future direction
of automation, robotics and manufacturing technology?

We're recruiting for a senior engineering position within a
highly advanced manufacturing environment where automation is
central to business growth. You'll play a key role in developing,
optimising and supporting sophisticated robotic production
systems, helping to drive reliability, efficiency and future
automation capability across the site.

The Opportunity

This isn't a role focused purely on reactive support.

We're looking for an engineer who enjoys understanding how
machines work, identifying opportunities for improvement, and
implementing changes that make equipment perform better, faster
and more reliably.

Working across PLCs, robotics, vision systems and automated
assembly equipment, you'll tackle complex technical challenges,
support new developments, and help shape the next generation of
manufacturing processes.

You'll also act as a technical leader within the team, sharing
knowledge and supporting the development of fellow engineers.

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting and enhancing automated manufacturing and assembly
systems.

* Programming, modifying and fault-finding PLC-controlled
equipment.
* Developing and improving robotic manufacturing processes.
* Diagnosing complex automation and software issues.
* Optimising machine performance, uptime and production
efficiency.
* Supporting vision systems, HMIs and associated control systems.
* Delivering continuous improvement projects across manufacturing
operations.
* Working closely with production and engineering teams to solve
technical challenges.
* Mentoring and coaching engineers across the department.
* Driving best practice across automation, controls and robotics.

What We're Looking For

Experience within Automation, Controls, Manufacturing Software or
Production Support Engineering.

* Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting skills.
* Experience working with industrial robotic systems.
* Knowledge of HMIs, vision systems and automated machinery.
* A structured approach to fault finding and root cause analysis.
* Experience improving automated manufacturing equipment and
processes.
* The ability to lead technical investigations and deliver
long-term solutions.
* A collaborative approach and willingness to mentor others.

Technologies You'll Encounter

* Mitsubishi iQ-R PLCs
* Industrial Robotics
* Vision Inspection Systems
* HMI Platforms
* Servo Systems
* RFID Technology
* Inverters
* High-speed Automated Manufacturing Equipment

Direct experience with every technology isn't essential. What's
more important is a strong automation background and the ability
to quickly understand and improve complex systems.

What's In It for You?

* Competitive salary
* Annual bonus scheme
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Additional Christmas shutdown leave
* Pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Ongoing technical development and training
* Modern, technology-led manufacturing environment
* Genuine opportunity to influence future automation and robotics
projects

Interested?

This could be an excellent opportunity for an Automation
Engineer, Controls Engineer, Robotics Engineer, PLC Programmer or
Automation Software Engineer looking to take ownership of
advanced manufacturing technology and play a meaningful role in
the ongoing development of robotic production systems.

Apply today or contact Kingdom People for a confidential
discussion.

Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to
this vacancy.