Control Systems Software Engineer

Dalkia; Stone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital transformation is seeking a Control Systems Software Engineer to join their Energy team in Stone. This role involves designing, developing, and implementing PLC and SCADA systems, mainly in renewable energy sectors. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years experience with specific technologies and a willingness to travel for site work. The company promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment and offers a range of benefits including additional holiday days and support for professional accreditation.

Benefits

5 days additional holiday buy scheme

Pension

Life assurance policy

Lifestyle screening

Salary sacrifice programme

Mental health assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Support for professional engineer status

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in Siemens PCS7 or Rockwell ControlLogix.
• Advanced SCADA configuration with related applications.
• Experience of producing Functional and Detailed Design Specifications.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in all project lifecycle aspects for PLC and SCADA systems.
• Perform internal and customer factory acceptance tests.
• Modification of systems for upgrades and new builds.

Skills

Siemens PCS7

Rockwell ControlLogix

Advanced SCADA Configuration

Function Design Specifications

Communication protocols

Virtualisation

Tools

VMWare

Windows Server 2016/2019/2022

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29.06.2025

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Job Description:

With a focus on operational technology and digital transformation, Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades; optimising efficiency & delivering performance on a massive scale. But with continuous innovation at the heart of our business, we’ve always got our sights set on the future. We work in some of the most highly regulated and challenging industrial environments, and have delivered critical projects across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing.

At Capula, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity 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.

Summary of Role:

We are looking for enthusiastic & experienced engineers to join our existing Energy team to perform all aspects software design, development and implementation for PLC based control and/or SCADA systems. The role will require the successful candidate work in a team on all aspects of a project lifecycle for the delivery of PLC and SCADA/DCS systems primarily in the renewable power generation and storage industry. Projects include upgrades of systems to latest versions, modification of systems for extensions and improvements as well as new build projects. The candidate should have proven main-stream control automation experience across several previous projects utilising the technology platforms listed below.

• Minimum 2 years experience using at least one of the following technologies:- Siemens PCS7 Automation StationsSiemens TIA Portal for S7 PLCsRockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix utilising Studio 5000Schneider M580/M340 utilising EcoStruxure Control Expert
• Minimum 2 years experience /Advanced SCADA Configuration skills using at least one of the following applications: – Siemens PCS7 OSCOPA-DATA ZenonSiemens WinCCRockwell FactoryTalk View SECodra Panorama
• Experience of producing Function Design Specifications, System/Detailed Design Specifications and Test Specifications
• Experience of writing software to IEC61131 utilising ladder, function block diagram, sequential function chart and structured text.
• Experience of performing Internal and Customer Factory Acceptance Tests
• Knowledge of project lifecycle working to QA procedures
• Willingness to travel and work away when required
• Full UK Driving licence
• Experience of communication protocols including:- Profibus/Profinet, Modbus TCP/RTU, IEC 60870-5-104, IEC 61850, DNP3 etc
• Experience of virtualisation utilising VMWare or HyperV
• Experience Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 and Domain Configuration
• Experience of Network Switch and Firewall Configuration
• Experience of simulation software e.g. SIMIT/ PICS/WinMOD
• Experience of renewable power generation control systems
• Experience of site work/commissioning automation control systems
• Experience of Legacy PLCs/software e.g. Rockwell RSLogix5, 500 or 5000, Schneider Unity Pro/Concept, Siemens Step 7.

Personal Qualities:

• Confident and capable and able to work under own initiative and within a team environment
• Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
• Have good verbal and written communication skills

In return Capula offers the following benefits to permanent employees

• 5 days additional holiday buy scheme
• Pension
• Life assurance policy
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice programme
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support in achieving professional engineer status (IEng, CEng) and professional memberships fees covered

NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We are currently working with only our preferred suppliers.

To express an interest in this position, simply apply below or you can e-mail with a cover letter and CV, quoting the job reference number.