Job Summary
to GBP28,000 + exceptional earnings potential
East Midlands : commutable from Nottingham, Derby and Burton on Trent
Our Derby based client is a market leader in the provision of innovative and bespoke integrated systems to the transportation infrastructure industry. Offering a range of highest quality services that encompass Project Management and Implementation, Consultancy and Software Development to blue‑chip clients worldwide, the firm has achieved continued success and is on an ongoing planned programme of strategic growth. The team of electrical and control professionals is now looking to recruit a 2026 Graduate Electrical Engineer and Graduate Controls Engineer to further complement its established expertise.
The projects the client undertakes frequently incorporate SCADA control systems and integrated audio and visual communication systems using IP technology, creating exciting opportunities for graduate professionals. Candidates must be technically motivated, degree/HND‑qualified engineering graduates in control, electrical, electronic or software engineering.
As an enthusiastic and competent graduate electrical engineer, you will gain experience in the design, implementation and testing of control systems using PLC code, configuring SCADA packages, high‑level language programming such as C, designing electrical panels and integrating audio/visual IP subsystems.
Key Responsibilities
* Working as part of a team to design, implement and test control / integrated systems.
* Program a variety of PLCs using Ladder Logic, Function Block or Statement List methods and both programming and configuring SCADA software packages.
* Competent use of high‑level programming languages ranging from C, C++, VB and VBA.
* IP network design and configuration.
* Design and test ELV electrical panels.
* Configuration of CCTV, PA and telephone systems over an IP network.
* Perform a FAT and site commissioning under formal client‑witnessed conditions and work collaboratively and proactively with clients.
Our client is a progressive organisation with a strong emphasis on client relationships. It recruits only the highest calibre, ambitious people with drive and enthusiasm able to work in a friendly and supportive environment where commitment, flexibility and a sense of humour are valued. You will work with state:of:the:art equipment in modern premises and enjoy a flexible working hours environment.
Due to timescale constraints, applications will only be considered for candidates based in or able to relocate at short notice to the East Midlands region who hold a full UK driving licence and who are eligible to work in the UK with immediate effect. You must also be able to demonstrate at least 12 months post‑academic work experience gained within a commercial environment.
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