Senior PCS7 Automation Engineer – Capula (Part of the EDF Group)
With a deep focus on operational technology and digital transformation, Capula (part of the EDF Group) has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades. We deliver high‑performance automation solutions across some of the most highly regulated and technically demanding sectors, including energy, water, renewables and manufacturing. Innovation drives everything we do, and we’re continually investing in the future of digital engineering.
The Opportunity
We are looking for experienced PCS7/Neo Automation Engineers to join our Energy team and lead the delivery of complex control system projects across the renewable power generation and energy storage sectors.
This role is ideal for engineers with deep Siemens PCS7/Neo expertise, strong technical leadership skills, and a passion for delivering high‑quality automation solutions. You will guide projects through the full lifecycle from concept and design to software development, testing, commissioning and client handover.
If you thrive on solving complex automation challenges and want to work on real-world energy systems, this is a role where your expertise will truly shine.
Responsibilities
- Lead software design, development and implementation for PCS7/Neo‑based control systems.
- Produce high‑quality FDS, SDS, detailed design documents and test specifications.
- Develop software using IEC 61131 languages (Ladder, FBD, SFC, Structured Text).
- Drive internal and customer FATs, ensuring robust and compliant solutions.
- Provide technical leadership, reviewing engineering work produced by others.
- Mentor and support junior engineers through coaching and knowledge sharing.
- Work closely with Project Managers to deliver projects across the full lifecycle.
- Support site commissioning, testing and client engagement when required.
- 5+ years’ hands‑on experience with Siemens PCS7/Neo, including:
- Advanced Process Library (APL)
- Control Module Types (CMT)
- Sequential Function Charts (SFC)
- Strong experience producing PCS7/Neo design documentation and test specifications.
- Proven ability to lead PCS7/Neo software development and integration activities.
- Experience performing FATs and reviewing PCS7/Neo engineering deliverables.
- Strong understanding of project lifecycle and QA processes.
Additional Required Experience
- 5+ years’ experience with at least one additional PLC platform:
- Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix (Studio 5000)
- 5+ years’ experience with at least one SCADA platform (Zenon, WinCC, FactoryTalk View SE, Panorama, ArchestrA, etc.).
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
- Advanced PCS7 capabilities: Industry Library, F‑Systems/Safety Matrix, SCL, Bulk Engineering, S7‑410 with ET200SP HA, Plant Device Manager.
- Experience with renewable power generation control systems.
- Closed‑loop control design and loop tuning.
- Safety systems to IEC 61508/61511 (certification beneficial).
- Simulation tools (SIMIT, PICS, WinMOD).
- Virtualisation (VMWare/HyperV) and Windows Server configuration.
- Network switch/firewall configuration.
What We Offer
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays
- Option to buy 5 additional days
- Life assurance
- Lifestyle screening
- Salary sacrifice schemes
- Mental health support
- Cycle to work & green car schemes
- Support toward professional registration (IEng/CEng) + paid membership fees
Apply directly via LinkedIn or email your CV and cover letter to hr@capula.com, quoting the job reference number.
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