Junior Control Systems Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in system integration is seeking a Junior Control Systems Engineer in Stockport. Successful candidates will be involved in developing PLC/IED and SCADA systems in the renewable energy sector. This role offers excellent career development opportunities for graduates interested in automation software.

Benefits

Additional holiday buy scheme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Lifestyle screening

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Support for professional engineer status

Qualifications

• Graduate engineers with a degree in relevant fields.
• Experience in PLC software and SCADA systems is ideal.
• Willingness to travel and good communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform software design, development, and implementation for control systems.
• Work on the full project lifecycle for renewable power systems.
• Receive on-the-job training and support for engineering status.

Skills

Coding experience in high-level languages

Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming concepts

Understanding of operating systems

Network configuration experience

Communication protocols knowledge

Education

University Degree in Control Systems Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, or similar

Tools

SCADA systems

VMWare

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Junior Control Systems Engineer, Stockport

Client: Capula

Location: Stockport, 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 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 throughout all project lifecycle stages, 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, virtualization, and networking
• Willingness to travel and work away when required
• Experience in writing PLC software to IEC61131 standard using ladder, function block diagram, sequential function chart, and structured text
• Experience with SCADA systems
• Experience with 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, able to work independently and in 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, please submit your CV and cover letter, quoting the job reference number, or email [emailprotected].