Company: Bitrecruit
Client / Employer: Occupop
Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
Posted: 20.05.2026
Job reference: 02d04e50816f12da3b05c5909e9e2019
Overview
The Undergraduate Control Systems Engineer works closely with other Engineers to assist in developing hardware and software solutions for Niftylift's Mobile Elevating Work Platforms.
Relationships
* Responsible to: Principal Control Systems Engineer
* Liaison with: Design Engineers, Development Engineers, Development Technicians, Test Engineers
Main tasks
* Assist in designing and developing aspects of control systems to meet specified requirements
* Grow and expand knowledge to develop code following the software development process
* Create electrical component drawings in 2D and 3D CAD
* Support the commissioning of products, from initial debug to functionality verification
* Assist in performing control system tests that verify specific component or sub‑system requirements
* Support continuous improvement by being involved in the research and updating of design processes
* Interface with other areas of the Engineering function to gain an understanding of how the control systems integrate into the wider product
* Be able to work on projects ranging from research to hands‑on machine debugging
* Manage project work and be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
* Undertake initial professional development considering UK‑SPEC competencies
Qualifications & experience – Ideal candidate
* A strong academic background
* Be enrolled on a degree in a relevant field
* Exposure to software development for electro‑mechanical systems
* Experience in using 2D and 3D CAD tools
* Interest in PLC logic, programming and test (preferably using CODESYS)
* An appreciation of how the control system integrates with mechanical and hydraulic systems
* Experience in software development using C, C#, C++, Python advantageous
* Experience in PCB Design advantageous
Qualifications & experience – Required
* Working towards a degree in an Engineering field
* Desirable Engineering coding experience in industry
Characteristics
* Methodical and systematic approach
* Able to work as part of a team or individually
* Pragmatic
* Good attention to detail
* Strong problem‑solving ability
* Excellent communication skills
* Desire to learn
* Ability to consistently produce a high quality of work
Benefits
* Annual bonus (for indication only) based on recent average £500 per annum
* 25 days holiday (increases with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidays
* Staff discounts
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Referral Scheme
* Discounted gym memberships
* Free on‑site parking
* Subsidised refreshments (lunch and drink options)
* Free quarterly company lunches
* Free family events
* Health cover scheme for dental, optical etc. (Kids membership included for free)
* 5% contributory pension
* Life insurance scheme
* Workwear (including safety shoes and PPE)
* On‑site changing rooms and showers
Salary
Competitive
Closing Date
Friday 3rd July 2026. Please note that the advert can close early if we reach a substantial number of applications.
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