Delivers bespoke electrical, mechanical and automation solutions and services across industries.
Graduate engineer designing and implementing PLC/SCADA automation solutions.
8 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Waterlooville, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
635 Employees
Service Specialisms
Automation
Support services
Design
Build
Maintain
Instrumentation
Control systems
Electrical installations
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
control programming
system support
automation design
technical docs
site commissioning
project delivery
Assist with configuration, programming, and testing of control solutions in line with client specifications and project requirements.
Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for clients’ automation systems as required.
Promote and comply with all Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality requirements in line with company and client procedures.
Work alongside senior engineers and project managers to deliver high-quality automation projects from initial concept through to commissioning and handover.
Support the design, development, and implementation of automation systems, including PLC, SCADA, and HMI solutions.
Participate in the preparation of technical documentation, including functional design specifications, test documents, and operation manuals.
Contribute to site surveys and site-based commissioning activities, ensuring systems meet performance, safety, and quality standards.
Requirements
electrical degree
plc programming
scada/hmi
problem solving
communication
uk eligibility
Degree (or about to graduate) in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities to interact with teams and clients.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and fault-finding skills.
Collaborative approach and readiness to work within project teams on client sites as required.
Understanding of electrical drawings and engineering documentation.
Keen interest in automation, control systems, and digital technologies.
Familiarity with SCADA/HMI platforms and industrial networking.
Eligibility to work in the UK; please note we are unable to sponsor visas for this role.
Experience with PLC programming (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider or similar) through academic projects, placements, or internships.
Competence with Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn specialist automation software and tools.
Full, valid UK driving licence or willingness to obtain one (desirable).
Proactive, adaptable, and committed to ongoing learning and professional development.
Benefits
Work within a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.
Industry-leading benefits package and flexible working arrangements.
Opportunity to work on challenging projects for major UK and global clients.
Commitment to professional development and structured career progression.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
no visa sponsorship is provided; candidates must already have the right to work in the uk.
post‑graduate visas are not accepted.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
16 Business Units
Network Span
Actemium UK operates a UK-wide network consisting of 16 autonomous business units, ensuring local agility and responsiveness.
24 Locations
Operational Reach
The company maintains a strong presence across 24 locations in the UK, supporting its diverse project portfolio.
An industry leader with decades of experience in industrial control systems and automation solutions.
Provides full-life-cycle services—advisory, design, construction, and maintenance—for automation, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Undertakes a variety of projects, including industrial automation installations, digital-twin implementations, and power infrastructure upgrades.
Specializes in systems integration, cyber-secure automation solutions, control-panel engineering, safety systems, and 24/7 support services.
Recognized as the UK’s sole provider of Rockwell Emulate 3D digital-twin technology for virtual commissioning.
Culture + Values
Trust and Empowerment: 'We trust and empower each other to continuously strive and achieve our full potential.' including transparency, responsibility, accountability, championing values, enjoyment
Team Spirit and Generosity: 'Together we build solutions to overcome challenges and share successes.' with emphasis on team players, solidarity, generosity, caring for others, sharing knowledge and resources
Integrity and Responsibility: 'Doing the right thing for each other, our customers and the environment.' highlighting honesty, fairness, accountability, respect, mutual trust and empowerment
Innovation and Entrepreneurship: 'Think like your customers, act like it’s your own business.' focusing on seizing opportunities to add value, taking initiative, nurturing talent, positive attitude, creativity
Environment + Sustainability
51% EV Transition
Electric Vehicle Uptake
Transitioning company cars from 7% electric vehicles in 2021 to 51% by the end of 2024, exceeding initial targets.
25% Carbon Reduction
Emission Target
Aim to reduce carbon emissions by 25% by 2025 as part of a science-based plan.
345g CO₂ Saving
EV Fuel Efficiency
Electric vehicles save approximately 345 grams of CO₂ per mile compared to traditional fuels.
10 Mt CO₂ Capture
Carbon Capture Potential
Supporting projects with the potential to capture up to 10 million metric tons of CO₂ annually.
Installed EV charging points at all business unit sites, powered by green tariffs and free for employees
Phasing out all diesel/petrol company cars to full EV within four years