Trainee Control System Engineer

Verto People, Ltd.; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering solutions is seeking a Trainee Control System Engineer to join their team. This role offers the chance to develop hands-on skills in electrical engineering and automation, working closely within a design team on bespoke projects. Ideal for graduates in Electrical Engineering, the position provides a strong training opportunity with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Graduate in Electrical Engineering or HNC/HND qualified.
• Some industrial experience with PLCs, HMIs, and VSDs.
• Full UK driving licence and commutable to Newark.

Responsibilities

• Support PLC & HMI programming and system testing.
• Assist in control panel layout and wiring design.
• Liaise with various engineering departments.

Skills

EPLAN

PLC programming

HMI programming

Electrical commissioning

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

HNC in Electrical Engineering

HND in Electrical Engineering

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

EPLAN

Job description

Trainee Control System Engineer / Electrical Engineer / Controls Engineer / Design Electrician required to join a manufacturer in Newark, Nottinghamshire.

The Trainee Control System Engineer / Electrical Engineer / Controls Engineer / Design Electrician would suit a graduate in electrical engineering or an Engineer with a HNC, HND, or 18th Edition with some industrial experience, looking to develop hands-on skills in EPLAN, control panel design, PLC/HMI programming, and electrical commissioning.

Working as part of a close-knit design team, you’ll support the full lifecycle of bespoke automated systems used across the UK. You’ll gain valuable experience producing electrical drawings in EPLAN, assisting with PLC programming, and joining site visits to support commissioning and testing.

Package:

• £35,000 - £40,000 (Depending on experience)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Support PLC & HMI programming and system testing
• Development of P&ID’s
• Take part in on-site commissioning
• Assist in control panel layout and wiring design
• Use of EPLAN
• Create electrical schematics, flow diagrams, and I/O lists
• Liaise with various engineering departments
• Based in Newark, Nottinghamshire

Requirements:

• Degree, HNC or HND in Electrical Engineering or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualified with some industrial experience
• Some knowledge of EPLAN, PLCs, HMIs, and VSDs
• Full UK driving licence
• Must be commutable to Newark, Nottinghamshire