Varex Imaging

PLC Engineer

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Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England, GBR

In-Office

Mid level

Healthtech

The Role

Develops, documents, integrates, commissions, tests, troubleshoots, and validates PLC and HMI systems for high-energy cargo inspection equipment. Collaborates with hardware, software, R&D, and test teams to improve system performance, supports root cause analysis and corrective actions, and documents test results. The role also contributes to new product introduction and product lifecycle management activities while supporting field testing and customer support as needed.

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SummaryAt Varex Imaging, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex imaging challenges. We are looking for candidates with strong technical skills to join our high-energy cargo inspection systems development team supporting the next generation of high energy imaging systems. Our PLC Engineers perform a variety of tasks to validate, troubleshoot and adjust the products we build to deliver the highest standard of quality equipment into the hands of imaging professionals.

Job Description

What You Will Do:

Develop, document, and review PLC and HMI code for high-energy cargo inspection systems and subsystems.
Responsible for performing PLC system development in compliance with applicable product and safety requirements.
Assist in development, integration, commissioning, and troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs and Control Panels.
Collaborate with other members of the R&D, hardware, software, and test teams to troubleshoot and improve system performance.
Document, organize, and present system test results.
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions to support product improvement.
Assist in verification and validation (V&V) activities as part of New Product Introduction (NPI) and Product Lifecycle Management.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, or a related technical field.
2-5 years of experience in PLC and HMI development.
Ability to use computers and software applications to assist in job execution
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
Strong documentation and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with control systems, electrical systems and schematics.
Siemens PLC and/or Siemens HMI training
Familiarity with control and safety systems.
Experience safely working in fast-paced environments around heavy machinery (e.g. forklifts, gantry cranes, etc.).
Ability to travel. Occasional travel may be required for field testing and customer support.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

N/A

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or a related technical field
2-5 years of experience in PLC and HMI development
Ability to use computers and software applications to assist in job execution
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics
Strong documentation and communication skills
Experience working with control systems, electrical systems, and schematics
Siemens PLC and/or Siemens HMI training
Familiarity with control and safety systems
Experience safely working in fast-paced environments around heavy machinery
Ability to travel for field testing and customer support

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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision widely offered. Additional listings note supportive options like mental health resources and HSA/FSA in some locations.
Retirement Support — A 401(k) match up to 4% with immediate vesting is highlighted in company materials. Retirement benefits are positioned as a core element of the total rewards package.
Leave & Time Off Breadth — U.S. PTO was increased and is characterized on location pages as generous. Company-facing materials explicitly reference the expanded PTO for U.S. employees.