Are you a recent engineering graduate looking to launch your career in one of the UK's most technically demanding and rewarding sectors?
Elevation Recruitment Group is working with a leading specialist engineering organisation in the nuclear and defence sectors to find a Graduate Systems Engineer to join their Stafford-based team.
This is a rare entry point into a highly specialised field, with structured development, mentorship from experienced engineers, and the chance to work on projects that genuinely matter.
The Role
You'll be supported from day one as you get to grips with control system software design across a range of complex, safety-critical client projects. Working with PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems, you'll develop your technical skills across the full project lifecycle - from initial requirements and design through to build, testing, installation, and commissioning.
This isn't a background role. You'll take real ownership of your work, contribute to technical documentation, liaise with clients, and be an active part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
What We're Looking For
* A degree (minimum 2:1) in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Systems, Computer Science, or a related discipline
* A genuine interest in control systems, automation, or software engineering
* Any exposure to PLC, SCADA, or HMI — whether through university, placement, or personal projects — is a real advantage
* Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
* Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
* Eligibility for SC security clearance — you must be a UK citizen and have lived in the UK for the last 5 years with no criminal convictions
What's On Offer
* Private medical insurance (after 6 months)
* Pension scheme
* Structured training and a genuine career development pathway
* Mentorship from some of the most experienced engineers in the nuclear and defence sectors
* The backing of a globally recognised engineering group with over 50 years of expertise
Location: Stafford — commutable from Wolverhampton, Telford, Stoke, Burton, and Birmingham
If you're a driven engineering graduate ready to build a career in a sector where the work is complex, the standards are high, and the development is real — we want to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch with Elevation Recruitment Group for a confidential conversation.