SCADA Engineer

SCADA Engineer – Contract (Inside IR35) – Warrington – Hybrid (3 Days Onsite) Initial 12‑month contract, long-term pipeline expected

Are you a SCADA Engineer who enjoys taking full ownership of design, development and testing – and wants to support a major TR&S programme within a regulated engineering environment? This is an opportunity to join a long-running framework delivering high-quality control systems work, with a steady pipeline of future projects.
You’ll join an integrated engineering team and play a key role in designing and implementing SCADA and HMI systems, producing high‑quality documentation, and supporting rigorous testing activities. If you’re confident in FactoryTalk View and enjoy the mix of design, coding, testing and collaboration, this will suit you perfectly.

What you’ll be doing

• Designing, developing and implementing HMI/SCADA applications (Rockwell FactoryTalk View preferred)
• Producing detailed engineering documentation: URS/RTM, FDS/SDD, SSS, test specs, O&M manuals, rebuild documentation, schedules and lifetime records
• Creating standardised SCADA modules, faceplates, objects and mimic screens
• Working closely with PLC engineers to develop integrated, cyber‑secure control system architectures
• Supporting formal testing activities, including in‑house testing and potentially SAT/commissioning
• Contributing to installation & commissioning documentation, training materials and quality records
• Interpreting design drawings, understanding constraints, and collaborating across engineering disciplines
• Supporting the Project Manager and Technical Lead with schedules, reporting and scope change

What you’ll need Essential:

• Strong SCADA/HMI design and implementation experience (FactoryTalk View ideal)
• Knowledge of ergonomic GUI design and human factors
• Proficiency in SCADA programming and scripting (C , VBScript, Python etc.)
• Experience with databases/historian systems and SQL
• Significant SCADA experience in EC&I environments (nuclear preferred)
• Strong documentation skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Knowledge of industrial comms, PC/server hardware, networks and OT systems
• Experience with controlled testing, validation and systems troubleshooting
• Able to work independently or as part of an integrated delivery team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Experience in nuclear, MOD or pharmaceutical
• Understanding of Sellafield standards and the V‑Model
• Exposure to cyber‑secure control system design
• Experience with virtual machines, RDP and distributed architectures

Qualification:

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent SCADA‑focused experience

If you’d like to explore this role, apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat.

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