Controls and Automation Technical Support Engineer
Location – Hybrid/East Grinstead
Job Type – Full Time, Permanent
What You Will Be Doing:
* Full lifecycle responsibility for microgrid and distributed energy control systems, from concept through to deployment and operational support.
* Covers systems including:
o Energy storage systems (BESS)
o Grid-connected and islanded microgrids
o Energy Management Systems (EMS) and SCADA interfaces
o Integration of third-party renewables.
* Involves real‑time control, automation, and optimisation algorithms.
* Requires integration across power systems, embedded software, and digital platforms.
* Supports both new designs, installations and optimisation of existing energy assets.
Key Responsibilities:
* System design and analysis including simulation and modelling.
* Verification, validation and testing including continuous improvements.
* Planning, documentation and reporting.
Position Qualifications:
* Minimum 2-3 years’ experience.
* Appropriate qualifications in Electrical Engineering or similar relevant qualification or demonstrable industry experience.
* Must have experience with B&R Automation Studio.
* IEC61131-3 Structured Text (ST).
* Strong background in control systems and power systems engineering.
* Experience with renewable energy systems and/or microgrids.
* Knowledge of energy management systems (EMS), SCADA, and real‑time control.
* Understanding of UK Grid codes, power system dynamics, and energy markets.
Preferred Requirements:
* Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and systems thinking skills.
* Effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary team.
* Full and Clean Driving Licence, UK Passport Holder.
* Must be fluent in both written and spoken English.
* Must be willing to travel when required in the UK and Europe.
Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
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