Student Control Systems Engineer; Undergraduate placement

Company: Bit recruit

Client /

Employer:

Occupop

Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

Posted: 20.05.2026

Job reference: 02

The Undergraduate Control Systems Engineer works closely with other Engineers to assist in developing hardware and software solutions for Niftylift's Mobile Elevating Work Platforms.

• Responsible to:
  Principal Control Systems Engineer
• Liaison with:
  Design Engineers, Development Engineers, Development Technicians, Test Engineers

• Assist in designing and developing aspects of control systems to meet specified requirements
• Grow and expand knowledge to develop code following the software development process
• Create electrical component drawings in 2D and 3D CAD
• Support the commissioning of products, from initial debug to functionality verification
• Assist in performing control system tests that verify specific component or sub‑system requirements
• Support continuous improvement by being involved in the research and updating of design processes
• Interface with other areas of the Engineering function to gain an understanding of how the control systems integrate into the wider product
• Be able to work on projects ranging from research to hands‑on machine debugging
• Manage project work and be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Undertake initial professional development considering UK‑SPEC competencies

• A strong academic background
• Be enrolled on a degree in a relevant field
• Exposure to software development for electro‑mechanical systems
• Experience in using 2D and 3D CAD tools
• Interest in PLC logic, programming and test (preferably using CODESYS)
• An appreciation of how the control system integrates with mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Experience in software development using C, C#, C++, Python advantageous
• Experience in PCB Design advantageous

• Working towards a degree in an Engineering field
• Desirable Engineering coding experience in industry

• Methodical and systematic approach
• Able to work as part of a team or individually
• Pragmatic
• Good attention to detail
• Strong problem‑solving ability
• Excellent communication skills
• Desire to learn
• Ability to consistently produce a high quality of work

• Annual bonus (for indication only) based on recent average £500 per annum
• 25 days holiday (increases with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidays
• Staff discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Referral Scheme
• Discounted gym memberships
• Free on‑site parking
• Subsidised refreshments (lunch and drink options)
• Free quarterly company lunches
• Free family events
• Health cover scheme for dental, optical etc. (Kids membership included for free)
• 5% contributory pension
• Life insurance scheme
• Workwear (including safety shoes and PPE)
• On‑site changing rooms and showers

Competitive

Friday 3rd July 2026. Please note that the advert can close early if we reach a substantial number of applications.