Control System Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in control and automation solutions is seeking a Control & Automation Engineer to join their energy team. This role involves designing and delivering PLC/SCADA systems for the UK’s renewable energy and storage infrastructure. Candidates should possess significant experience with modern tools and a commitment to high standards of work. The company offers a supportive environment with a range of benefits including flexible working and professional development support.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension

Mental health support

Cycle-to-work scheme

Support for professional membership fees

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with modern PLC/SCADA tools.
• Ability to write technical documentation and program using ladder, FBD, SFC, and structured text.
• Experience in renewables or large infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement PLC, SCADA and/or DCS control systems.
• Develop specs, write code (IEC 61131), and support testing & commissioning.
• Travel to customer sites for assessments and improvements.

Skills

PLC/SCADA tools

Technical documentation

Control system lifecycle understanding

Comms protocols understanding

Flexible mindset

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell

Schneider

VMware

HyperV

Job description

Powering Progress Through Innovation Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, is a long-standing leader in advanced system integration. We deliver cutting-edge control and automation solutions across energy, renewables, water, and manufacturing—keeping the most critical infrastructure running reliably and efficiently.

At Capula, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where is celebrated in all its forms. We actively encourage applications from individuals of minority backgrounds, underrepresented groups, and those with disabilities. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.

Join Our Energy Team – Control & Automation Engineer We’re looking for software-focused engineers to design and deliver PLC/SCADA systems that power the UK’s renewable energy and storage infrastructure. From upgrades and extensions to full turnkey builds, you’ll work across the full project lifecycle as part of a collaborative, future-ready team.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement PLC, SCADA and/or DCS control systems
• Develop specs, write code (IEC 61131), and support testing & commissioning
• Configure hardware and software (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, COPA-DATA, WinCC and more)
• Travel to customer sites when needed to assess, implement, or improve systems

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of experience with modern PLC/SCADA tools (e.g. PCS7, TIA Portal, FactoryTalk, Zenon, EcoStruxure)
• Ability to write technical documentation and program using ladder, FBD, SFC, and structured text
• Understanding of control system lifecycles, QA processes, and field commissioning
• Familiarity with comms protocols (Modbus, Profibus, IEC 61850, etc.) and virtualised environments (VMWare, HyperV)
• Confidence, curiosity, and a flexible, team-first mindset
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
• Exposure to domains like Windows Server, network config, simulation tools (e.g. SIMIT), or legacy platforms
• Experience in renewables, grid-scale energy storage, or large infrastructure projects

Why Join Capula? You’ll get 28 days holiday (plus bank hols), flexible working, private healthcare, enhanced pension, mental health support, and options like the cycle-to-work and green car schemes. We also cover professional membership fees and support your path toward IEng or CEng accreditation.