Smart Grid Control & Automation Engineer (PLC/SCADA)

Networks Services Limited

United Kingdom

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 of annual leave
Flexible salary sacrifice scheme

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks a Control Systems Engineer to develop PLC-based control systems for smart grid applications. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in control systems engineering and proficiency with PLC platforms. You will work on significant infrastructure projects encompassing the full lifecycle from design to commissioning. This position offers a competitive salary, mentorship opportunities, and the chance to work on advanced energy systems.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in control systems engineering, PLC programming, or automation design.
  • Proficiency with major PLC platforms (e.g. Schneider, Siemens, Allen-Bradley).
  • Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols and networked control systems.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

PLC programming
Panel design
Control systems engineering
Industrial communication protocols
EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Schneider PLC
Siemens PLC
Allen-Bradley PLC
SCADA platforms
EPLAN
AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks a Control Systems Engineer to develop PLC-based control systems for smart grid applications. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in control systems engineering and proficiency with PLC platforms. You will work on significant infrastructure projects encompassing the full lifecycle from design to commissioning. This position offers a competitive salary, mentorship opportunities, and the chance to work on advanced energy systems.
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