We're Hiring: Control & Automation Engineer (PLC/SCADA)
Stone, Staffordshire | Full‐time | Permanent
With decades of expertise in operational technology and digital transformation, Capula (part of the EDF Group) is a recognised leader in advanced system integration. We deliver critical automation and control solutions across highly regulated sectors including energy, water, renewables and manufacturing — helping clients optimise efficiency and performance on a massive scale.
We're now looking for enthusiastic and experienced Control & Automation Engineers to join our Energy team, delivering PLC‐based control and SCADA/DCS systems across the renewable power generation and storage industry.
About the Role
You'll work across the full project lifecycle — from design and development through to testing, commissioning and customer acceptance. Projects include system upgrades, extensions, improvements and new‐build installations.
You'll be responsible for:
* Designing, developing and implementing PLC and SCADA/DCS systems
* Producing FDS/SDS/Test Specifications
* Writing IEC61131 software (Ladder, FBD, SFC, ST)
* Supporting FATs and technical reviews
* Coaching and supporting junior engineers
* Ensuring high‐quality engineering aligned with QA procedures
What You'll Bring
Essential:
* 3+ years' experience with at least one PLC platform (Schneider M580/M340, Siemens TIA Portal, Siemens PCS7, Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix)
* 3+ years' advanced SCADA configuration (Zenon, PCS7 OS, WinCC, FactoryTalk View SE, Panorama)
* Experience producing engineering documentation and performing FATs
* Ability to review and assure engineering work
* Strong understanding of project lifecycles and QA processes
* Willingness to travel when required
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
* Renewable power generation control systems
* IEC 61508/61511 safety systems
* Simulation tools (SIMIT, WinMOD, PICS)
* Industrial comms (Profibus/Profinet, Modbus, IEC 60870‐5‐104, IEC 61850, DNP3)
* Legacy PLC/SCADA platforms
* Cyber‐secure system delivery (IEC 62443)
* Virtualisation (VMWare/HyperV), Windows Server, network configuration
What We Offer
* 28 days holiday + bank holidays
* Option to buy 5 additional days
* Flexible working
* Pension & life assurance
* Private healthcare & lifestyle screening
* Mental health assistance programme
* Cycle to work & green car schemes
* Salary sacrifice benefits
* Support toward IEng/CEng and professional memberships
If you're ready to work on high‐impact automation projects and help shape the future of renewable energy and digital infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now, or email hr@capula.com with your CV and cover letter, quoting the job reference number.