Junior Control Systems Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in advanced system integration seeks enthusiastic graduate engineers to join their Energy team. The role focuses on software design and implementation for control systems, tailored to recent graduates with a degree in engineering. Extensive training and career progression opportunities are available, making this an ideal start for an engineer's career.

Benefits

Additional holiday buy scheme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Lifestyle screening

Salary sacrifice options

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Support for professional engineer status

Qualifications

• University degree in Control Systems Engineering or similar.
• Experiences with coding in C, C#, Java or similar.
• Knowledge of PLC software and SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Software design, development, and implementation for control systems.
• Work throughout project lifecycles including upgrades and new builds.
• On-the-job training provided for relevant technologies.

Skills

Coding experience in high-level languages

Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming

Knowledge of communication protocols

Education

University Degree in Control Systems Engineering

University Degree in Computer Systems Engineering

University Degree in Electronic Engineering

Tools

VMWare

HyperV

Windows Server 2016

Windows Server 2019

Windows Server 2022

SIMIT

PICS

WinMOD

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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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 sectors. Capula offers extensive opportunities for career progression and development.

Summary of Role:

We are seeking enthusiastic graduate engineers to join our Energy team. The role involves software design, development, and implementation for PLC/IED-based control and/or SCADA Operational Technology Systems. The successful candidates will work in teams throughout project lifecycles, including upgrades, modifications, and new builds in renewable power generation, storage, transmission, and distribution industries. On-the-job training will be provided for relevant technologies. This position is ideal for graduates pursuing 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, virtualization, and networking
• Willingness to travel and work away when required
• Experience in writing PLC software to IEC61131 standards using ladder logic, function block diagrams, sequential function charts, and 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 configuring network switches and firewalls
• 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 scheme
• Life assurance
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice options
• 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 application or email [emailprotected] with your cover letter and CV, referencing the job number.