Junior Control Systems Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Junior Control Systems Engineer in Stoke-on-Trent. Ideal for graduates eager to engage in software design and implementation for control systems in energy, renewables, and other sectors. The role offers extensive career progression opportunities and provides necessary training for success in automation software.

Benefits

Additional holiday buy scheme

Pension

Life assurance

Lifestyle screening

Salary sacrifice scheme

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Support for professional engineer status

Qualifications

• Graduate engineers required for software design and development.
• Experience with PLC/IED and SCADA/DCS systems preferred.
• Willing to travel and work away when required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement control software for various projects.
• Work collaboratively on all project lifecycle aspects.
• Manage PLC/IED and SCADA/DCS systems delivery.

Skills

Coding experience in high-level languages

Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming

Experience with PLC software

Experience with SCADA systems

Experience with communication protocols

Experience with virtualization tools

Experience with Windows Server

Good verbal and written communication skills

Education

University Degree in Control Systems Engineering

BEng, BSc, MEng, or MSc in relevant fields

Tools

VMWare

HyperV

Simulation software (e.g., SIMIT, PICS, WinMOD)

Job description

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Junior Control Systems Engineer, Stoke-on-Trent

Client: Capula

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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 looking for 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 on all project lifecycle aspects for the delivery of PLC/IED and SCADA/DCS systems in industries such as renewable power generation, storage, transmission, and distribution. 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 techniques
• Interest or understanding of operating systems, virtualization, and networking
• Willing to travel and work away when required
• Experience with PLC software to IEC61131 standards, including ladder, function block, 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, and 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
• Life assurance
• 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 working with preferred suppliers only. To apply, submit your CV and cover letter or email [emailprotected], quoting the job reference number.