Graduate Control Systems Engineer (Training on PLC Programming)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Town of Cambridge; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Overtime pay

Travel opportunities

Flexible hours

Training

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is seeking a proactive Graduate Control Systems Engineer in Cambridge to receive hands-on training in PLC programming, including Structured Text and Ladder Logic. You will work under senior engineers, gain exposure to defence, aerospace and nuclear sectors, and progress with internal training and support.

The role offers an annual salary in the £25k–£27k range with potential to reach £30k OTE, plus benefits such as overtime pay, travel opportunities, flexible

Qualifications

• Graduate looking to start a career in Controls/Automation.
• Willingness to train in PLC programming (Structured Text & Ladder Logic).
• UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Receive training to write, test, and maintain code.
• Identify and fix bugs in existing software.
• Conduct thorough testing to ensure the software runs smoothly.
• Progress to more senior positions as you develop your skillset.

Skills

PLC Programming

Ladder Logic

Structured Text

C#

C++

SCADA

Tools

Siemens PLC

Omron PLC

Job description

Graduate Control Systems Engineer (Training on PLC Programming)
£25,000 - £27,000 (£30k OTE) Annual Bonus + 1.5x Overtime + International Travel Opportunities + Flexible Hours + Monday to Friday + Training + Progression
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Are you a Graduate or similar looking to progress and become a Control Systems Engineer with looking for a career in Automation / Controls Engineering, for a company offering expert training on writing and editing PLCs both in house and with manufacturers?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional and highly successful business, working under the wing of a Senior Controls Engineer and gaining on the job training, allowing for you to become a technical expert within a niche and profitable sector.

This company are a specialist with supplying bespoke technology to the defence, material science, aerospace and nuclear industries globally since the 1990's. They supply brand new systems, provide support as well as upgrade existing ones. Due to the varied nature of the role, your workday will be varied, and you will develop your skillset, taking your career to the next level.

This role would suit a Graduate or similar looking to become Controls Systems Engineer, gaining valuable experience PLC programming, using Structured Text and Ladder Logic, developing a career with leading business that provides a lot of progression and a range of benefits.

The Role

• Receive training to write, test, and maintain code
• Identify and fix bugs in existing software
• Conduct thorough testing to ensure that the software runs smoothly
• Progress to more senior positions as you develop your skillset

The Person

• Graduate looking to kickstart your career
• UK driving license

Reference Number: BBBH27216

Graduate, Junior, Trainee, Engineering, Controls, Automation, Electrical, Manufacturing, Control, PLC, SCADA, Systems, Engineer, Ladder, Siemens, Omron, C#, C++, Cambridgeshire

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.