Manufacturing Software Engineer

Manufacturing Software Engineer – Contract Organisation: Leading Global Manufacturing & Engineering Company Location: Shrewsbury, 5 days onsite Employment Type: 12 Months – 37.5 hours per week Rate: £22.06 per hour Are you passionate about applying software engineering principles to real-world manufacturing challenges? We’re seeking a Manufacturing Software Engineer to join a dynamic Agile development team supporting production environments and factory automation initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, building smart industrial solutions, and contributing directly to operational efficiency on the shop floor. Key Responsibilities As a Manufacturing Software Engineer , you will: Design, modify, and implement software solutions tailored to manufacturing systems and production processes. Translate manufacturing requirements into efficient, scalable software applications using Agile development methods. Enhance workflow efficiency through automation and data-driven solutions. Write, test, and maintain high-quality code for both new tools and existing applications. Perform integration with factory systems, hardware interfaces, and third-party platforms. Support and maintain deployed applications in a live manufacturing environment. Your Skills & Experience We’re looking for someone with working knowledge of: Industrial software development, automation, and system optimization. Object-oriented programming and component-based development. Agile software development lifecycle, unit testing, and code versioning tools. Data integration, ETL processes, and system interoperability within factory systems. Technical documentation and effective stakeholder communication. Desirable Attributes Strong analytical and critical thinking skills—able to assess real-time manufacturing needs and propose practical software solutions. Experience with test planning, performance testing, and continuous integration for manufacturing systems. Familiarity with technical design documentation, hardware/software interfacing, and production workflows. Why You’ll Love This Role Join a forward-thinking, Agile team solving real-world production and automation challenges. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and IT professionals across the business. Work in a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Access professional development opportunities and a flexible work environment. Apply today to help shape the future of manufacturing through cutting-edge software solutions.