Junior Controls & Automation Engineer | Reading / Slough / Berkshire | Full Time | £30,000£35,000 per annum depending on experience
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Our client is a specialist engineering business with a close-knit team of around 13 people, delivering controls, automation and electrical engineering projects for customers across the UK and internationally.
They have successfully developed junior engineers previously and are comfortable investing time in the right individual. This is an opportunity to join a supportive team where attitude, aptitude and potential are valued alongside technical ability.
The Role
Are you a graduate or junior engineer looking to build a genuine career in controls and automation?
This role is suited to someone who has a technical, electrical, mechatronics or similar engineering background and a genuine interest in developing within controls and automation.
Some exposure to PLC programming and industrial automation or controls would be beneficial, but you do not need to have every technical skill from day one. PLC programming and other specialist systems can be developed through hands-on training and working closely with experienced engineers.
Initially, you will work alongside senior engineers, learning the company's systems, software and ways of working. Projects are collaborative, with engineers working together rather than expecting junior team members to work independently from the outset.
As your skills and confidence develop, you will gradually take on more responsibility across programming, design, testing, commissioning, fault finding and customer interaction.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting senior engineers on controls and automation projects
Developing PLC programming skills
Assisting with controls and electrical engineering activities
Supporting testing and commissioning
Fault finding and problem solving
Working with HMI / SCADA and wider automation technologies
Progressively taking responsibility for programming, design and commissioning
Attending UK customer sites as required
Travelling internationally for customer projects
Developing customer-facing and project management skills as experience grows
Requirements
Our client is interested in candidates with potential rather than simply looking for someone who already ticks every technical box.
Candidates may come from backgrounds including:
Controls Engineering
Automation Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechatronics
Industrial Automation
Robotics
Manufacturing
Machine Controls
Systems Integration
Electrical / Controls Technician roles
A degree is not essential. Electrical, electronic or mechatronics qualifications would be useful, but candidates who have developed strong technical skills through apprenticeships, technician roles, hands on experience or other routes will also be considered.
Essential
Full UK driving licence
Access to a vehicle
Willingness to travel to customer sites across the UK
Willingness to undertake international travel when required
Strong problem-solving and analytical ability
Genuine interest in controls and automation
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team
Friendly and personable approach
Desirable
Some knowledge or experience of PLC programming
Exposure to industrial automation or controls
Electrical or controls engineering experience
Programming or engineering-related problem-solving experience
Testing and commissioning experience
Siemens PLCs / TIA Portal
Beckhoff / TwinCAT
IEC 61131
EPLAN
International Travel
International travel is an important part of the role, with customer projects across locations including Australia, Singapore, Brazil, Norway, China and the Middle East
Initial international trips would normally be undertaken alongside an experienced engineer. UK customer visits and occasional overnight stays will also be required, typically one or two nights at a time
All travel and accommodation for company business is fully covered
Working Pattern
The role is primarily office and site based, particularly during the early stages of development
Hybrid working does not generally suit the nature of the position due to the hands on, collaborative and customer facing elements of the role. However, a pragmatic approach is taken where particular tasks can clearly be completed remotely
Engineers may also travel directly to customer sites where required
Whats In It For You
£30,000£35,000 per annum depending on experience
Some flexibility for candidates with particularly relevant experience
NEST pension following probation
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Fully covered business travel and accommodation
45p per mile business mileage reimbursement for travel exceeding the normal commute
International project exposure
Hands-on training and development
Increasing responsibility as your skills develop
Clear progression towards more senior engineering roles
Opportunity to work across a range of customers, industries and technologies
Discretionary bonuses may be paid subject to company performance but are not guaranteed
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As a leading destination for professional tradespeople in March, Cambridgeshire, our company offers a dynamic work environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. With competitive salaries, opportunities for overtime, and a strong focus on teamwork, we foster a culture of support and development, ensuring that every team member can thrive in their role while enjoying the benefits of working with top-quality products and a dedicated customer base.
