Hernshead Recruitment Ltd
Graduate/Junior Controls Engineer
Graduate/Junior Controls Engineer at Hernshead Recruitment Ltd, based in Oxfordshire, paying £10,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £10,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Oxfordshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Electrical Engineer
80% below the typical rate for electrical engineer
Reference 5419297399
About the role
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.
Reference: 5419297399 · Posted 13 hours ago · Closes 2 Dec 2026 · Listed via Hernshead Recruitment Ltd
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