Junior Control Systems Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advanced system integration is looking for graduate engineers to join their Energy team as Junior Control Systems Engineers. The role involves designing and implementing software solutions for PLC and SCADA systems in the renewable energy sector. This opportunity offers extensive professional development and the chance to work on innovative projects.

Benefits

Additional holiday buy scheme

Pension

Life assurance policy

Lifestyle screening

Salary sacrifice scheme

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Support for professional engineer status and membership fees

Qualifications

• Graduate engineers with a relevant degree and coding experience sought for control systems engineering.
• Experience in writing PLC software to IEC61131 standards is preferred.
• Interest in operating systems, virtualisation, and networking is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform software design, development, and implementation for PLC/IED and SCADA systems.
• Work across all project lifecycle aspects, including upgrades and new builds.
• Participate in the delivery of critical projects in renewable energy and automation.

Skills

Coding experience

Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming concepts

Knowledge of communication protocols

Experience with SCADA systems

Experience with simulation software

Education

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

Tools

VMWare

HyperV

Windows Server 2016/2019/2022

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Junior Control Systems Engineer, Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Capula

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 successful candidate will work in a team across all project lifecycle aspects for delivering PLC/IED and SCADA/DCS systems in renewable power generation, storage, transmission, and distribution industries. Projects include system upgrades, modifications, and new builds. On-the-job 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 concepts
• Interest or understanding of operating systems, virtualisation, and networking
• Willingness to travel and work away when required
• Experience of writing PLC software to IEC61131 standards using ladder, function block diagram, sequential function chart, and structured text
• Experience with SCADA systems
• Knowledge of communication protocols
• Experience with virtualisation using 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 Licence

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:

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

Note: We are currently working with only our preferred employment agencies.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter via the application link or email [emailprotected], quoting the job reference number.