Senior Control System Engineer

Description

• Develop control system solutions from concept to delivery.
• Manage the design, review, integration, installation, and testing of the entire scope that includes SCADA, RTU, PLC, Ethernet Switches, GPS, and Cyber Security solutions.
• Support project management in issuing claims and managing risks.
• Assist in preparing project proposals and presentations.
• Facilitate the implementation of cybersecurity measures for critical infrastructure telemetry, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Act as the technical point of contact for customers and internal teams.
• Provide technical support to colleagues, customers, and sales teams.
• Support manufacturer testing and FAT stages, as well as installation and commissioning activities.

Requirements

• You have a systematic approach, a positive mindset, and are keen to learn and develop.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Control, or Communication Engineering
• Strong coordination and teamwork skills.
• Strong understanding of relevant communication protocols and computer interfaces: MODBUS, DNP3, IEC 61850, IEC 60870, and communication and network equipment.
• Experience in SCADA solutions, HMI development, programming, and RTU/IED integration.
• Flexible approach to work tasks and willingness to work additional hours as needed.
• Possess solid knowledge of industrial communication protocols and standards such as IEC61850, IEC 60870, DNP3, and Modbus.
• You have excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Able to work well using your own initiative, you’re also a team player who’ll collaborate and communicate well to achieve successful outcomes.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness and support project management in issuing claims (new/change in scope of work, cost impact, time impact, risk quantifications, etc.).
• Strong design capability and experience in the engineering discipline of Control systems.
• Understanding of UK electricity industry standards, especially National Grid, SSE/SPEN, DNO standards, and type registration/product approval process
• Over 5 years of experience in Copa Data (Zenon SCADA) within the Electrical Industry.
• Excellent communication skills with both internal and external teams and customers.

Benefits

• Excellent company pension and wide-ranging benefits schemes.
• You’re flexible in your attitude to working hours as the role will require working all over the UK, sometimes at short notice.
• Competitive salary.
• Valued employee contributions and bonus schemes.
• Top quality H&S culture alongside comprehensive training and personal development programmes.
• Inclusive Work Environment: We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
• 25 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance