Control Systems Lead Software Engineer

With a focus on operational technology and digital transformation, Capula, part of the EDF Group, has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades; optimising efficiency & delivering performance on a massive scale. But with continuous innovation at the heart of our business, we’ve always got our sights set on the future. We work in some of the most highly regulated and challenging industrial environments, and have delivered critical projects across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing.

Summary of Role:

We are looking for enthusiastic & experienced engineers to join our existing Energy team to perform all aspects software design, development and implementation for DCS or PLC/SCADA based control systems. The role will require the successful candidate to work with the project manager in leading a team to deliver projects primarily within the renewable power generation and storage industry. You will lead the team through all aspects of a project lifecycle. Candidates must demonstrate strong technical leadership and proven experience with PCS7/Neo and at least one other technology.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience using Siemens PCS7/Neo Automation Stations and OS including: -

• Advanced Process Library (APL)

• Control Module Types (CMT)

• Sequential Function Charts (SFC)

• OS Icon/Faceplate Development

• Siemens TIA Portal for S7 PLCs

• Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix utilising Studio 5000

• Schneider M580/M340 utilising EcoStruxure Control Expert

• COPA-DATA Zenon

• Siemens WinCC

• Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE

• Codra Panorama

• ArchestrA System Platford

• Other equivalent SCADA package

• Producing Function Design Specifications, System/Detailed Design Specifications and Test Specifications

• Writing software to IEC61131 utilising ladder, function block diagram, sequential function chart and structured text.

• Performing Internal and Customer Factory Acceptance Tests

• Technical Checking & Reviewing of Engineering produced by others.

• Knowledge of project lifecycle working to QA procedures

• Willingness to travel and work away when required

• Full UK Driving licence

Desirable Requirements:

• To have knowledge and experience in the following: -

• Additional PCS7 capabilities: Certification, Industry Library, F-Systems/Safety Matrix, Bulk Engineering, Structure Control Language (SCL), S7-410 with ET200SP HA, Plant Device Manager

• Renewable power generation control systems

• Design of closed loop control systems and loop tuning.

• Delivery of Safety Systems to IEC 61508/61511 (preferably hold certification)

• Simulation software e.g. SIMIT/ PICS/WinMOD

• Communication protocols including: Profibus/Profinet, Modbus TCP/RTU, IEC 60870-5-104, IEC 61850, DNP3 etc

• Legacy PLCs/software e.g. Rockwell RSLogix5, 500 or 5000, Schneider Unity Pro/Concept, Siemens Step 7.

• Site work/commissioning automation control systems

• Cyber‑secure system delivery to IEC 62443 (preferably with certification)

• Virtualisation utilising VMWare or HyperV

• Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025 and Domain Configuration

• Network Switch and Firewall Configuration

Personal Qualities:

• Confident, self‑motivated, and capable of leading engineering teams while working both independently and collaboratively.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities, work under pressure, and meet critical deadlines.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to engage effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

• Flexible and adaptable, able to respond positively to changing project requirements and new technologies.

• Proactive problem-solver with strong analytical thinking and a commitment to delivering high-quality, detail‑focused engineering outputs.

• Demonstrates professional integrity and a disciplined approach suitable for safety‑critical and highly regulated environments.

• Takes ownership of project outcomes, driving tasks forward and supporting the wider team to achieve success.

In return Capula offers the following benefits to permanent employees

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays

• 5 days additional holiday buy scheme

• Flexible working

• Pension

• Life assurance policy

• Private health care

• Lifestyle screening

• Salary sacrifice programme

• Mental health assistance programme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Green car scheme

• Support in achieving professional engineer status (IEng, CEng) and professional memberships fees covered

NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We are currently working with only our preferred suppliers.

To express an interest in this position, simply apply below or you can e-mail hr@capula.com with a cover letter and CV, quoting the job reference number.