Student Control Systems Engineer (12 month Undergraduate placement)

Overview

The Undergraduate Control Systems Engineer works closely with the other Engineers to assist in developing hardware and software solutions for Niftylift’s Mobile Elevating Work Platforms.

Relationships

Responsible to: Principal Control Systems Engineer.Liaison with: Design Engineers, Development Engineers, Development Technicians, Test Engineers.

Main tasks

• Assist in designing and developing aspects of control systems to meet specified requirements.
• Grow and expand knowledge to develop code following the software development process.
• Create electrical component drawings in 2D and 3D CAD.
• Support the commissioning of products, from initial debug to functionality verification.
• Assist in performing control system tests that verify specific component or sub‑system requirements.
• Support continuous improvement by being involved in the research and updating of design processes.
• Interface with other areas of the Engineering function to gain an understanding of how the control systems integrates into the wider product.
• Be able to work on projects ranging from research to hands‑on machine debugging.
• Manage project work and be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Undertake initial professional development considering UK‑SPEC competencies.
• Support training and mentoring of colleagues as required by changing role and business objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

Ideal candidate would have:

• A strong academic background.
• Be enrolled on a degree in a relevant field.
• Exposure to software development for electro‑mechanical systems.
• Experience in using 2D and 3D CAD tools.
• Interest in PLC logic, programming and test (preferably using CODESYS).
• An appreciation of how the control system integrates with mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience in software development using C, C#, C++, Python (advantageous).
• Experience in PCB design (advantageous).

Required qualifications:

• Working towards a degree in an Engineering field.

Desirable qualifications:

• Engineering coding experience in industry.

Characteristics

• Methodical and systematic approach.
• Able to work as part of a team or individually.
• Pragmatic.
• Good attention to detail.
• Strong problem‑solving ability.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Desire to learn.
• Ability to consistently produce a high quality of work.

Benefits

• Annual bonus (for indication only) based on recent average £500 per annum.
• 25 days holiday (increases with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidays.
• Staff discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Referral Scheme.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Subsidised refreshments (lunch and drink options).
• Free quarterly company lunches.
• Free family events.
• Health cover scheme for dental, optical etc. (Kids membership included for free).
• 5% contributory pension.
• Life insurance scheme.
• Workwear (including safety shoes and PPE).
• On‑site changing rooms and showers.

Salary

Competitive

Closing Date

Friday 3rd July 2026

Please note that the advert can close early if we reach a substantial number of applications.

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