Junior Control Systems Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy and industrial automation is seeking enthusiastic Junior Control Systems Engineers in Chelmsford. This role focuses on software design and implementation for control systems in the renewable energy sector, ideal for graduates looking to start a career in automation. Comprehensive training will be offered, and benefits include a supportive environment steeped with career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Additional holiday buy scheme

Pension

Life assurance

Lifestyle screening

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Support for professional engineer status and membership fees

Qualifications

• Graduate engineers with a relevant degree sought.
• Coding experience in high-level languages required.
• Experience with PLC software programming to IEC61131 standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform software design, development, and implementation for PLC/IED-based control systems.
• Work in a team across all project lifecycle aspects.
• Assist in system upgrades and new builds.

Skills

Coding experience

Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming

Experience with SCADA systems

Knowledge of communication protocols

Experience with simulation software

Willingness to travel

Good communication skills

Education

University Degree (BEng, BSc, MEng, MSc) in Control Systems Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering or similar

Tools

PLC software

Virtualization tools (VMWare or HyperV)

Windows Server 2016/2019/2022

Job description

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Junior Control Systems Engineer, Chelmsford

Client:

Capula

Location:

Chelmsford

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

With a focus on operational technology and digital transformation, Capula, part of the EDF Group, has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades; optimising efficiency & delivering performance on a massive scale. We work in highly regulated and challenging industrial environments, delivering critical projects across energy, water, renewables, and manufacturing. Capula offers extensive opportunities for career progression and development.

Summary of Role:

We are seeking enthusiastic graduate engineers to join our Energy team to perform software design, development, and implementation for PLC/IED-based control and/or SCADA Operational Technology Systems. The role involves working in a team across all project lifecycle aspects for PLC/IED and SCADA/DCS systems in renewable power generation, storage, transmission, and distribution industries. Projects include system upgrades, modifications, and new builds. Training will be provided as needed. This role is ideal for graduates seeking a career in control system automation software.

• University Degree (BEng, BSc, MEng, MSc) in Control Systems Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or similar
• Coding experience in at least one high-level language (e.g., C, VB, C#, Java)
• Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming
• Interest or understanding of operating systems, virtualization, and networking
• Willingness to travel and work away as required
• Experience with PLC software programming to IEC61131 standards using ladder, function block, sequential function chart, or structured text
• Experience with SCADA systems
• Knowledge of communication protocols
• Experience with virtualization tools like VMWare or HyperV
• Experience with Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 and domain configuration
• Experience with network switch and firewall configuration
• Experience with simulation software such as SIMIT, PICS, or WinMOD
• Full UK driving license

Personal Qualities:

• Confident, capable, and able to work independently and within a team
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Benefits for permanent employees include:

• Additional holiday buy scheme
• Pension
• Life assurance
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice options
• Mental health support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support for professional engineer status (IEng, CEng) and membership fees

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