Controls R&D Engineer

Geopura Ltd.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Scheme

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Enhanced family leave pay

Private healthcare and dental cover

Death in Service Benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

EV Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Bike2Work Scheme

Job summary

GeoPura is actively seeking an R&D Engineer (Controls) to design, develop and implement advanced control systems for gas‑to‑power and power‑to‑gas projects across the UK. You will apply Siemens TIA Portal, PLCs, DCS and HMIs, shaping energy solutions that improve efficiency and reliability.

You will collaborate with electrical, mechanical and operations teams, model and test new control strategies, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Travel across GeoPura sites will be required.

Qualifications

• First-Class degree in a relevant technical discipline with strong academic achievement.
• Equivalent industry knowledge acceptable with demonstrable expertise in controls.
• Experience with energy sector projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems for gas-to-power and power-to-gas projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional electrical/mechanical/control teams to optimise performance.
• Develop and implement advanced control algorithms to maximise energy production and reliability.
• Perform system integration, testing, and documentation of designs and procedures.
• Troubleshoot control system issues with Operations and field teams; stay current with industry standards.
• Model, simulate, and analyse control system performance for continuous improvement.

Skills

Siemens TIA Portal

PLC programming

DCS & HMIs

Control systems design

Education

First-Class degree in Electrical Engineering, Control and Systems Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

GeoPurais revolutionising the way we generate power. As the world moves away from fossil fuels, we provide clean, hydrogen-powered energy solutions that supplement the grid and replace polluting diesel generators to support the transition to net zero. From construction and critical infrastructure to film & TV, live events, and EV charging, our Hydrogen Power Units (HPUs) deliver reliable, zero-emission electricity where it’s needed most.

Already one of the UK’s largest producers of green hydrogen, we’re growing fast. Ranked 6th in The Sunday Times 100 Tech, a list of Britain’s fastest-growing private technology companies, we’ve raised over £114 million in investment from global leaders including Siemens Energy Ventures, National Wealth Fund, Barclays Sustainable Impact Capital, GM Ventures, and SWEN Capital Partners. With strong financial backing and a clear path to scale, we are building a team that will shape the future of energy.

Our technology is already trusted by major organisations such as Balfour Beatty, HS2, National Grid, and the BBC, and we’re just getting started. As we expand across the UK and internationally, in collaboration with Siemens Energy, this is an exciting time to join a company at the forefront of the hydrogen revolution, making a real impact on air quality, carbon reduction, and the future of clean energy.

GeoPura is working in partnership with Siemens Energy to provide this delivery of renewable, zero emission energy at a large and significant scale. With experience in providing zero-emissions power to a wide range of industries – from construction to film and TV production, to outdoor events – GeoPura harnesses hydrogen technology to generate and distribute the vast amount of energy required to decarbonise our global economies. Current clients of GeoPura include Netflix, BBC, HS2 and Polestar EV cars. Due to growth, GeoPura are recruiting for an R&D Engineer (controls)

Key Requirements of the Role

• Design, develop, and implement control systems for various gas to power, and power to gas projects
• Experience working with Siemens TIA Portal is a prerequisite for this role.
• Familiarity with communication networks such as J1939 bus is desirable
• Proficiency in programming and configuring PLCs, DCS and HMIs within the Siemens TIA framework
• Collaborate with cross-functional electrical/mechanical/control teams to understand project requirements and develop control strategies that maximise system performance and efficiency
• Develop and implement advanced control algorithms to optimize energy production, storage, and distribution
• Perform system integration and testing to ensure proper functionality and compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues, working closely with Operations team (field technicians, Remote Operating Centre) and other stakeholders
• Document control system designs, specifications, and procedures for future reference and knowledge sharing between Engineering and Operations teams
• Conduct system modelling, simulation, and analysis to evaluate control system performance and identify areas for improvement
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in control systems, renewable energy technologies, and industry best practices
• Located in south Nottingham or Sheffield area preferable to ensure strong collaboration with Engineering teams
• Willingness to travel to other GeoPura locations (Sheffield, Matlock, Newcastle), and customer sites in UK and abroad
• Full UK driving licence

Qualifications

We welcome applications from candidates with a First-Class degree in a relevant technical discipline, such as Electrical Engineering, Control and Systems Engineering, or Computer Science. Candidates will typically have a strong academic background, including high achievement at A-level in Mathematics, Physics, and other technical subjects.

We also welcome candidates who can demonstrate equivalent knowledge and expertise gained through significant industry experience.

What GeoPura offers

• Annual Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (holiday entitlement also raises 1 day per year of service, capped at 30 days)
• Enhanced family leave pay
• A career within a rapidly growing company
• Private healthcare and dental cover
• Death in Service Benefit at 4x base salary
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health Advantage
• EV Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Bike2Work Scheme