Graduate / Junior Control Systems Technician

Adsyst Careers; Stafford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Stafford is seeking a Graduate / Trainee / Junior Control Systems Technician. This full-time position offers structured training alongside skilled engineers in the automation sector. Responsibilities include supporting the design and delivery of control systems, gaining hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA, and HMI technologies. This role provides clear pathways for career growth in automation.

Qualifications

• Motivated individual starting a career in control systems.
• Ability to work in teams and under guidance.
• Eager to learn about modern automation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and delivery of control systems.
• Contribute to software design and implementation.
• Gain experience with automation technologies.

Skills

Understanding of PLCs

Basic knowledge of SCADA systems

Familiarity with HMI

Understanding of instrumentation

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Job description

Graduate / Trainee / Junior Control Systems Technician

Location : Stafford (in office)

Full time position – Mon–Thu: 08 : 30–17 : 15, Fri : 08 : 30–16 : 00 (37.5 hours per week)

Adsyst Automation is growing fast — and we're looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our expanding software and engineering team. If you're starting your career and want to work alongside highly skilled control systems engineers, this is an exceptional opportunity.

About the role

As a Graduate / Trainee / Junior Project Technician , you'll play an active part in the full lifecycle of control system projects across a wide range of industries. You'll receive structured training, mentoring, and hands-on experience with modern automation technologies.

Your role will involve :

• Supporting the design, development, and delivery of control system solutions
• Contributing to software design, implementation, testing, and on-site commissioning
• Gaining experience with PLCs, SCADA, HMI, variable speed drives, and instrumentation

This position provides a clear pathway for career progression within the automation and controls sector.

What you will learn :

How to produce detailed functional design specifications

System architecture configuration, including networks and com...