Junior Controls Engineer

Location: Eastcote

Job | Junior Control System Engineer Company | Engineering Business Business Areas | Renewables & Power Control Tech | Panel Design / PLC Design Location | Newton Abbot Offer | up to £40k  package We are partnering with a highly innovative engineering technology business operating at the heart of the UK's transition to net zero. This company specialises in solving the complex engineering challenges that happen when large-scale renewable generation and energy storage systems need to connect to the National Grid.

Rather than just building standard panels, they design bespoke automation, control, and monitoring solutions that ensure solar, wind, and battery assets operate safely and optimally. Working here means getting direct exposure to cutting-edge microgrids, smart-grid technology, and power plant control, surrounded by a team of industry experts passionate about sustainable engineering.

The Role Due to a rapidly expanding pipeline of renewable projects across the UK, the technical team is looking for a Junior Control System Engineer. Working closely with senior engineers, you will gain hands-on experience across the entire project lifecycle—from initial electrical design and panel layout through to PLC programming, testing, and final site commissioning. Requirements

Experience:

A minimum of 2 years of commercial experience within a control systems, automation, or electrical engineering environment. Electrical Engineering:
Practical experience assisting with electrical designs and control panel schematics. Software Engineering:
Demonstrable experience writing, modifying, or fault-finding PLC code (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff, Wago, or similar).

Qualifications:

Degree, HND, or HNC in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation, or a related discipline. Able to drive and a willingness to work on site as required What's in it for you? up to £40k plus package Direct mentorship from senior engineers who are genuine experts in power plant control. If this sounds like something you want to be involved with then please click apply.

Important Information:
Talentometry have put in place policies and procedures that go above and beyond legal requirements in how we manage your data. In applying for this role, Talentometry will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to recruitment purposes. This company does not possess a work visa sponsorship license. We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to work in the UK.