Controls and Automation Technical Support Engineer
Location: Hybrid/East Grrather | Employment Type: Full Time | Contract: Permanent
Responsibilities
* Full life‑cycle responsibility for microgrid and distributed energy control systems, from concept through to deployment and operational support.
* Design and analysis of systems including energy storage systems (BESS), grid‑connected and islanded microgrids, energy management systems (EMS) and SCADA interfaces, and integration of third‑party renewables.
* Real‑time control, automation, and optimisation algorithms across power systems, embedded software and digital platforms.
* Support for new designs, installations and optimisation of existing energy assets.
* Verification, validation and testing, with continuous improvements.
* Planning, documentation and reporting.
Qualifications
* Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience.
* Appropriate qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a similar field, or demonstrable industry experience.
* Experience with B&R Automation Studio IEC 61131‑3 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.
* Full and Clean Driving Licence.
* UK passport holder.
* Fluent in written and spoken English.
* Willingness to travel within the UK and Europe when required.
Preferred Qualifications
* Strong analytical, problem‑solving and systems‑thinking skills.
* Effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
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