Junior Control Systems Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in system integration seeks a Junior Control Systems Engineer to join their Energy team in Northampton. The role involves software design and implementation for PLC and SCADA systems in renewable energy projects, suitable for enthusiastic graduates. Opportunities for training and career development are provided.

Benefits

Additional holiday buy scheme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Lifestyle screening

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Support for professional engineer status and membership fees

Qualifications

• University Degree in Control Systems Engineering or similar required.
• Coding experience in at least one high-level language is required.
• Experience in writing PLC software using IEC61131 standards is important.

Responsibilities

• Perform software design, development, and implementation for PLC/IED control and SCADA systems.
• Work on all project lifecycle aspects including upgrades and modifications.
• Provide training as needed and manage project tasks under pressure.

Skills

Coding experience in high-level language

Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming

Knowledge of communication protocols

Experience with SCADA systems

Experience in writing PLC software

Experience with virtualization

Good verbal and written communication skills

Education

University Degree (BEng, BSc, MEng, MSc) in Control Systems Engineering

Tools

Simulation software such as SIMIT, PICS, WinMOD

VMWare or HyperV

Windows Server 2016/2019/2022

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Junior Control Systems Engineer, Northampton

Client: Capula

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

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 seek enthusiastic graduate engineers to join our Energy team to perform software design, development, and implementation for PLC/IED control and/or SCADA Operational Technology Systems. The successful candidate will work on 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 suitable 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, virtualization, and networking
• Willingness to travel and work away when required
• Experience in 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 virtualization using VMWare or HyperV
• Experience with Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 and Domain Configuration
• Experience in network switch and firewall configuration
• Experience with simulation software such as SIMIT, PICS, WinMOD
• Full UK Driving Licence

Personal Qualities:

• Confident, capable, 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 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 working with preferred suppliers only. To apply, submit your CV and cover letter or email [emailprotected], quoting the job reference number.