As a Junior Systems Integration Engineer at Bridges, you will work alongside experienced engineers to deliver high-quality control and automation solutions for the water industry. You’ll play a key role in supporting the team with documentation, testing, and system integration activities, developing your skills through hands-on project work and structured mentoring.
This role is designed around a two-year development plan, giving you the opportunity to build strong foundations in PLC/SCADA engineering, project delivery, and professional behaviours within a collaborative, learning-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Project Support
* Assist in producing, reviewing, and maintaining technical documentation such as IO schedules, control philosophies, and functional design specifications.
* Support PLC and SCADA software configuration, testing, and commissioning under supervision.
* Participate in system builds, FATs, and site testing alongside senior engineers.
* Help maintain organised project files, drawings, and version control records in line with Bridges standards.
* Learning & Development
* Follow a structured 24-month development plan designed to build technical competence and confidence.
* Engage proactively in mentoring sessions and knowledge-sharing activities.
* Work with senior engineers to identify and complete vendor training (e.g. Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens).
* Develop professional communication and reporting skills through direct project involvement and client exposure.
Team Contribution
* Collaborate with colleagues across engineering, panel build, and commissioning teams.
* Demonstrate a positive, curious, and proactive approach to learning.
* Contribute ideas for improving quality, safety, and efficiency in everyday work.
Requirements
Essential Skills
* Enthusiastic about control, automation, and systems engineering.
* Good practical or academic foundation in electrical, control, or software engineering.
* Ability to learn quickly and apply guidance from senior engineers.
* Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
* Clear written and verbal communication skills.
* Commitment to Bridges’ values of Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.
Desirable Skills
* Familiarity with PLC or SCADA software (e.g. Schneider EcoStruxure, Rockwell Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal).
* Basic understanding of instrumentation and control system architecture.
* Awareness of industrial networks, telemetry, or automation system components.
* Previous work experience, placement, or project exposure in automation or related engineering.
Benefits
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES
RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.
We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.
We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.
Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:
* Competitive salaries
* Company car/car allowance
* Health cash plan with Healthshield
* Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Bike 2 Work scheme
* Training and development opportunities
* Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
* Employee recognition schemes
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.
Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.
Come and be part of our team!
Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace