PCS Software Engineer

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco  is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We’re looking for a Plant Control System (PCS) Software Engineer. Based at our Capenhurst site you will serve as an Engineer specialising in the detailed design and integration of large-scale PLC/SCADA control systems. You will support the UTD E&DA Design Technology Manager by delivering detailed hardware and software design packages for Plant Control Systems. Your work will be based on fundamental design requirements developed by the UTD DA Design Technology Team.

You will manage and execute detailed design activities both in-house and with external Plant Control System integrators, applying engineering standards and leveraging best available technologies to ensure excellence in design delivery.

At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what we're looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What you’ll do:

• Promote and embed a proactive safety culture, using analysis to foster continuous learning from experience.
• Ensure plant designs integrate robust safety features informed by best industrial practices and lessons learned from the nuclear sector.
• Lead the evaluation and determination of Plant Control System design aspects, contributing to feasibility, option studies, and best available technology assessments.
• Capture, interpret, and develop system functional requirements following V-Model software development lifecycle processes.
• Provide guidance and oversight on Detailed Design and supplier manufacturing quality processes as requested by site or group project managers.
• Define and maintain Core Plant Technology (CPT) design expertise, grounded in Urenco’s best safety practices and cutting-edge design technology.
• Establish, control, and uphold Group Reference Design and safety case standards, covering core UF6 enrichment, critical UF6 support systems, relevant UF6 deconversion requirements, and all related safety case design elements supporting UTD activities.

What do you need to thrive in this role?

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in automation or control systems engineering, particularly within your area of expertise.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to model complex technical design challenges and develop advanced design solutions.
• Hands-on experience in design and engineering, preferably involving PLC/SCADA systems or similar technologies.

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper.  As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• Annual Leave: Starting at 25 days, increasing by one day for every two years of service, up to a maximum of 30 days. You will also accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly. Additionally, there is a scheme for buying and selling up to 5 days of holiday.
• Family-Friendly Policies: A diverse range of family-friendly policies to support your work-life balance.
• Bonus Scheme: A competitive bonus scheme based on company and individual performance.
• Pension Scheme: A defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16% employer contribution.
• Medical & Dental Cover: Single private medical and dental cover.
• Flexible Benefits: Including life assurance and income protection. You can also purchase additional benefits tailored to your lifestyle, with tax and National Insurance savings.
• Education & Training: We take pride in helping people learn and develop. We provide support, accelerate learning, and offer training packages to meet your specific needs. As well as mandatory health and safety courses, we provide a variety of training opportunities to support your career development.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we are implementing anonymized CV screening. Your CV will be presented without any personal information that could identify you (e.g., name, contact details, age, gender, etc.). This helps us focus on your qualifications and potential, ensuring a fair and unbiased assessment process.

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.

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