Company DescriptionCell therapies have been shown to cure devastating and previously untreatable diseases like cancer by re-programming the patient's own immune system. Giving more patients access to these life-saving therapies requires a revolution in manufacturing and process automation. Cellular Origins, a TTP Company, is enabling scalable, cost-effective and efficient manufacture of cell and gene therapies. Our technology addresses the challenges associated with manufacturing at scale with an elegant robotic manufacturing automation solution that reduces cost and labour, eliminates human error, and increases efficiency. Job DescriptionYou will design and implement PLC control systems using Beckhoff TwinCAT. You will be responsible for delivering PLC systems that integrate with Cellular Origins' factory software architecture to allow remote control of machines used in the production of cell therapies.This could include motion control for custom pumping systems designed to precisely transfer small quantities of fluid, system monitoring, safety systems for mobile robots or custom test rigs.Working with software and electrical engineers, you will help to deliver process stations for cell therapy manufacturing. You will write modular and maintainable code and contribute to the continuous improvement of our PLC code base, improving test coverage and maximising code re-use.QualificationsYou will have experience of PLC software development for industrial automation, including control of servo motors and other low-level control systems. You will have a track record of delivering control software projects in a timely manner. You will be able to work in an iterative manner implementing testable slices of functionality to build on.EssentialExperience in PLC programming for industrial automation, using Beckhoff, Rockwell, Siemens or similar PLCsA proven track record of designing, implementing, validating and maintaining PLC-driven control system throughout the full engineering lifecycleDevelopment using structured text or other IEC 61131-3 languagesFamiliarity with industrial communication protocols, such as EtherCAT and IO-LinkExperience of servomotor control and devices such as load cells and proximity sensorsAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics and machine layoutsStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex PLC systemsThis role will be a full time on-site position at our campus in Melbourn.DesirableExperience with Beckhoff TwinSAFE or Safety PLCs.Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, modern C++Experience with modern communication protocols (e.g., MQTT, REST APIs, OPC UA) for connectivity with higher-level systems.Additional InformationCellular Origins is based on the TTP Campus, within purpose-built sustainable offices, labs and green surroundings, 10 miles south of Cambridge. Our working culture encourages entrepreneurship, shared ideas and collaboration, while providing you the freedom to do your best work. Our employee benefits include: Annual bonus 25 days holiday Employer pension contribution of 10% of salary Free lunch and all-day refreshments Private medical insurance for employees and dependants Enhanced family friendly leave Life insurance worth 6x salary Electric car leasing scheme Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Activities and community that supports healthy activities that bring colleagues together; whether it’s lunchtime squash or football, Zumba or our own rock band. Colleagues initiate new clubs and outings whenever they feel there’s something missing! Role Type: Experienced Contract Type: Permanent Technical Discipline: Software Department: Cellular Origins