Job Title: Applications EngineerLocation: Worcestershire, UK (Office-Based with Potential for Home Working)Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum, depending on experienceJob Type: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week with FlexitimeAbout the Role:We are currently recruiting for a highly skilled Applications Engineer to join an innovative company based in Worcestershire. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in Windows-based software development (particularly in C# and VB6) and an engineering mindset, particularly in electrical/control systems.The ideal candidate will thrive in a role focused on developing complex automation, mechatronic, and data acquisition systems. This position is particularly suited to engineers who enjoy working on bespoke software solutions for a range of industries, including automotive and industrial sectors.Please note, this role is focused on software development within Windows in C# and VB6, so candidates with PLC programming experience will not be suitable, as the skills are not easily transferable. Our client is seeking candidates with the right skillset, relevant experience, and the ability to learn quickly.Key Responsibilities:

Develop and modify C# control software using Visual Studio and internal APIs
Support and maintain legacy systems in VB6
Provide remote support for worldwide customers and engineers, helping to diagnose and resolve issues with both new and existing systems
Develop and support core product software and contribute to hardware design
Integrate 3rd party equipment within the environment using C#
Work with automation sequences and tests using standard editor tools
Analyse engineering systems to recommend automation methods
Analyse post-test diagnostics logs to identify and rectify faults (software, electrical, and mechanical) within complex systems
Collaborate with design engineers to define requirements for new systems
Work with commissioning engineers and project/site managers to ensure customer sign-off
Manage source code via version control tools (e.g., SourceTree, BitBucket, Jira)
Document solutions and produce user manuals

Required Skills and Experience:

Strong understanding of C# and Visual Studio
Proven engineering experience in control and automation systems (e.g., sensors, actuators, inverters)
Ideally, candidates should have a joint electrical and mechanical/robotic/mechatronics/automation engineering degree with at least 3 years of experience in an electrical-based automation role
Candidates with PLC programming experience will not be suitable, as these skills are not easily transferable to the requirements of this role
Experience with protocols such as Ethernet, Serial, Ethercat, CAN, Profibus, and AK protocol (over Ethernet/Serial) is a plus
Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new technologies and challenges
Willingness to occasionally work at customer sites when required
Full UK driving license
Indefinite right to work in the UK

Benefits:

Competitive salary of up to £55,000 per annum, based on experience
37.5-hour workweek with Flexitime (Core hours: 10:00 – 16:00 Monday – Thursday, 10:00 – 12:00 Friday)
33 days of holiday (25 days plus national holidays)
Overtime payments for occasional site work, with expenses paid in line with company policy
Cycle to work scheme
Death in service benefit (2x salary)
Career progression opportunities into senior commissioning or automation roles

To apply or for more information, please get in touch with Richard at Four Squared Recruitment today!

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