Kigtek Solutions, part of the VINCI Energies group, delivers specialist automation and control solutions to the UK’s leading industries. Our expert teams design and deliver cutting-edge automation, SCADA, and data analytics to help clients operate efficiently and safely. As part of a global network, we combine the strength of international resources with local knowledge and innovation.
Package: Competitive salary + Up to 7% matched pension + Health Shield (Cashback plan) + Cycle to Work Scheme + Death In Service + Share Scheme + Annual Discretionary Bonus
Locations:
Bellshill, Glasgow, Scotland
Duration: Permanent, Full time
This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven and enthusiastic graduate to join our automation engineering team. If you are eager to start your career delivering automation solutions for blue-chip clients in regulated sectors such as Food & Beverage, Distilling and Brewing, we would like to hear from you.
Support the design, development, and implementation of automation systems, including PLC, SCADA, and HMI solutions.
Assist with configuration, programming, and testing of control solutions in line with client specifications and project requirements.
Work alongside senior engineers and project managers to deliver high-quality automation projects from initial concept through to commissioning and handover.
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.
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.
Degree (or about to graduate) in Automation, Computer Science, Control Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Keen interest in automation, control systems, and digital technologies.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and fault-finding skills.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities to interact with teams and clients.
Competence with Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn specialist automation software and tools.
Collaborative approach and readiness to work within project teams on client sites as required.
Full, valid UK driving licence or willingness to obtain one (desirable).
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.
Familiarity with SCADA/HMI platforms and industrial networking.
Understanding of electrical drawings and engineering documentation.
Proactive, adaptable, and committed to ongoing learning and professional development.
Work within a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.
Commitment to professional development and structured career progression.
Industry-leading benefits package and flexible working arrangements.
Opportunity to work on challenging projects for major UK and global clients.
Be part of a business that genuinely values diversity, equality, and inclusion.
🛂 Eligibility to Work in the UK
While we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, this role is only available to individuals who already have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re not able to offer visa sponsorship or accept post-graduate visas at this time.
If you are looking to launch your engineering career in automation and control and are passionate about making a difference with innovative technology, we would love to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest and suitability for this role.
VINCI Energies UK & RoI is a community of incredible people empowered to deliver the promises of the digital and energy revolutions. It is part of VINCI Energies, the VINCI's Energy business line. It is a major player in the world, offering its customers a comprehensive range of high value-added services in energy and information technologies and covering four lines of business:
- Industry,
- The service sector,
- Infrastructure,
- Telecommunications.
With its 2,100 closely networked business units and four network brands deployed throughout the world, VINCI Energies provides a wide range of services, offering solutions that are both local and global. The Group employ 102,600 employees in over 60 countries and generates a turnover exceeding €20.4 billion.
In the UK and RoI, VINCI Energies employs over 1,500 people and operates via different brand names:
- Actemium
- Omexom
- Axians
- Twyver Switchgear
- Kelvin Power
- Kigtek
- Eltek Systems
- HAC
- NorPower
