Smart Grid Control & Automation Engineer (PLC/SCADA)

Networks Services Limited

England

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus scheme
25 Days annual leave
On-site parking
Training & Development

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK seeks a Control Systems Engineer to design and develop PLC-based control systems for smart grid applications. The role requires expertise in PLC programming, panel design, and hardware specification. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years' experience in control systems engineering. This position offers a salary ranging from £50,000 to £70,000, opportunities for mentorship, and various employee benefits including a bonus scheme and extensive leave.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years’ experience in control systems engineering, PLC programming, or automation design.
  • Competence with panel design and electrical schematics.
  • Experience with real-time data acquisition systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop PLC-based control systems for smart grid applications.
  • Produce detailed hardware designs and wiring schematics.
  • Develop PLC programs and integrate with SCADA platforms.

Skills

PLC programming expertise
Control panel design skills
Proficiency in EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical
Understanding of industrial communication protocols
Experience with SCADA platforms
System commissioning

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
HNC/HND in related discipline

Tools

EPLAN
AutoCAD Electrical
Schneider PLCs
Siemens PLCs
Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

A leading engineering company in the UK seeks a Control Systems Engineer to design and develop PLC-based control systems for smart grid applications. The role requires expertise in PLC programming, panel design, and hardware specification. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years' experience in control systems engineering. This position offers a salary ranging from £50,000 to £70,000, opportunities for mentorship, and various employee benefits including a bonus scheme and extensive leave.
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