Graduate/Junior Controls Engineer

About This Role

Join a specialist industrial automation and control systems company based in Reading, delivering innovative engineering solutions across a variety of industries.

The company specialises in designing, developing and implementing industrial automation systems, including PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, bespoke software solutions and automated test rigs. Working with a range of technologies, including Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi and Beckhoff, they deliver tailored solutions to improve industrial processes and system performance.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Graduate or Junior Controls Engineer to develop their technical skills, gain hands-on experience and work alongside experienced engineers on a variety of automation projects, from initial development through to testing and commissioning.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with the design, development and programming of PLC control systems, including Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi and Beckhoff.

• Support HMI/SCADA development for industrial automation applications.

• Assist with testing, debugging and troubleshooting control systems.

• Support the integration of PLCs, sensors and industrial equipment.

• Gain hands-on experience supporting the development, testing and commissioning of bespoke automated test rigs and industrial control systems.

• Work alongside senior engineers on projects from development through to completion.

Experience Required

• Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.

• Some knowledge or experience of PLC programming, gained through university projects, placements or industry experience.

• Familiarity with PLC platforms such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi or Beckhoff would be advantageous.

• Basic understanding of HMI/SCADA systems and industrial automation principles.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new technologies.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team