About the Opportunity\nElite Control Systems Ltd is offering a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to join our team as a Graduate Apprentice â Trainee Systems Engineer. Based in our Livingston office, you'll earn while you learnâgaining a full honours degree while developing real-world skills in industrial automation and control systems.\n\nThis role is ideally suited to someone looking to study the BSc (Hons) Software Development for Business at Heriot-Watt University, though we may also consider applicants wishing to study the BEng (Hons) Engineering: Design & Manufacture (Mechanical) route.\n\nAbout Elite Control Systems Ltd\nWe are an established engineering business with over 30 years of experience delivering intelligent industrial automation solutions. Our customers include global brands in the whisky, oil & gas, food & beverage, and energy sectors. We offer a dynamic and supportive environment where talent is nurtured, and career development is encouraged. What Youâll Be Doing\nYouâll follow a structured training path within our engineering function:\n\nMonths 1â6: Work within our Pre-Engineering Team, developing an understanding of customer requirements, project planning, and technical specifications.\n\nMonths 7â12: Rotate into our Systems Engineering Team, supporting the design and configuration of control systems and industrial software.\n\n2-month rotation in our Engineering Support Team to gain hands-on experience with system commissioning and maintenance.\n\nYouâll also receive a structured induction, mentoring from experienced engineers, and regular development reviews to support your progress. What Weâre Looking For\nWeâre seeking a proactive and curious individual with:\n\nA strong interest in software, automation, or mechanical systems\n\nA positive attitude, willingness to learn, and good communication skills\n\nSQA Highers or equivalent suitable for entry to Heriot-Watt Universityâs Graduate Apprenticeship Programme\n\nA team player mindset and the ability to adapt to a fast-moving engineering environment