Shape the future of industrial automation and water sector digitalisation
📍Location: Hampshire | 💼 Type: Full-time (37.5 hours/week) | 💰 Package: Competitive Salary + Share Scheme + EV Car Scheme + Health Shield + Pension + Bonus + Benefits | 🕒 Flexible Working Arrangements
Join Actemium Automation Hampshire – part of VINCI Energies – and be at the forefront of technological advancement in the UK’s essential water sector. We are seeking a passionate and innovative Software Controls Engineer eager to drive automation excellence for water utilities and infrastructure projects. If you thrive on problem-solving, enjoy varied technical challenges in automation and controls, and want to play a key part in sustainable solutions for UK water, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities – Automation & Controls Engineering Solutions in the Water Sector
- Design, develop, test and commission industrial software controls solutions for water sector automation projects, including PLC programming, SCADA and HMI development.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams—including process, electrical and mechanical engineers—to deliver fully integrated automation systems that meet and exceed client needs.
- Create and review high-quality technical documentation including control philosophies, user manuals, electrical schematics and functional design specifications.
- Support the full project lifecycle for automation controls – from initial concept and technical specification through to commissioning and client handover.
- Participate in site surveys, commissioning activities and client FAT/SAT testing to ensure robust, compliant and safe system delivery.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in both new and existing automation/control systems within the water industry environment.
- Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements, drive industry best practice, and ensure customer satisfaction at all stages of project delivery.
Essential Skills & Experience for Software Controls Engineers
- Relevant engineering qualification (Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent) in Electrical, Controls, Automation, or related discipline.
- Practical experience designing and implementing industrial control systems using PLC, SCADA and HMI platforms (e.g. Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, Mitsubishi or similar), ideally within the water, utilities, or comparable process industries.
- Knowledge of software engineering for automation, including coding, troubleshooting, simulation and validation.
- Clear communicator—able to engage confidently with clients, stakeholders and colleagues across all disciplines.
- Proactive problem-solver, analytical thinker, and comfortable working under pressure to meet deadlines and quality standards.
- Full UK driving licence to travel to client/project sites across Hampshire and the South as required.
Desirable Experience for Automation and Controls Engineering Careers
- Knowledge of water industry standards, regulations and digitalisation initiatives
- Experience integrating automation controls with industrial networks.
- Continuous improvement mindset, keen to support innovation in water sector automation projects.
What We Offer – Careers in Water Sector Automation at Actemium
- Competitive salary, annual bonus, generous pension contributions, and Health Shield healthcare plan.
- Comprehensive benefits including 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), EV car scheme, company share scheme (qualifying periods apply), and death in service insurance.
- Flexible working options to help you achieve the best work-life balance.
- Structured support for your professional development—training, mentoring, and clear progression pathways within VINCI Energies.
- Inclusive, supportive and forward-thinking team culture—where your expertise is valued and your ideas can make an impact.
About Actemium Automation Hampshire
Actemium Automation Hampshire is a leading provider of industrial automation, control systems and digital transformation solutions for regulated sectors including water, energy, and process industries. As part of VINCI Energies, we drive innovation, deliver high profile and sustainable projects, and support professional growth for all our team members.
Ready to build a future-proof career in water automation engineering? Apply now to join our talented team delivering excellence for the UK’s vital water sector.
