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Senior/Lead SCADA/Control systems engineer CSF
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Warrington
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Do you have proven experience in the design and implementation of SCADA control systems and integration with Rockwell competency?
Do you thrive in a multidisciplinary environment where your control systems expertise directly shapes nuclear and industrial innovation?
Are you looking for a new assignment with a company that values technical leadership, real responsibility, and meaningful impact?
The Opportunity
An opportunity is available for a highly experienced SCADA/Control Systems Engineer to support a major nuclear project. The assignment will be based in Warrington, with Stockton-on-Tees and West Cumbria also considered. Hybrid working is available based around a working week of 40 hours. Rate will be dependent on experience due to the potential for candidates of different levels of seniority to apply.
The role will support the Lead Engineer and Project Manager in the updating and modification of an existing database. Knowledge and experience of integration in an OT environment, as well as of nuclear standards and processes, would be advantageous.
Your duties and responsibilities will be:
To design, develop, implement and test HMI/SCADA control systems, producing high-quality and comprehensive engineering design documentation such as:
Requirements capture and traceability documentation (URS/RTM)
System / Functional Design Specifications (SDD/FDS)
Detailed Software System Specifications (SSS)
Test Specifications (Module/Integration/System/Hardware)
Operation & Maintenance Manuals (O&M)
System Rebuild Documentation
I/O, Alarm & Message Schedules
Support with project Life Time Records / Material Traceability Records
In addition to the above, the role will support the Lead Engineer and Project Manager in maintaining the planned delivery schedule, reporting technical issues, changes in scope and variations to the programmed activities where necessary as well as:
Designing and implementing HMI and/or SCADA applications (such as Rockwell FactoryTalk), producing standardised modules/objects, control faceplates and display screens in accordance with the design documentation and engineering standards.
Working closely with PLC and database engineers to develop the control system architecture, producing Network Architecture Diagrams and interfacing documentation, to support the visualisation of plant via an integrated Cyber Secure SCADA system.
Undertaking in-house acceptance testing in a formal, controlled manner of the integrated control system, ensuring change control management is maintained and recorded. Site acceptance testing (commissioning) may also be required.
Supporting the generation of installation and commissioning documentation, operator and maintainer training and technical site support post-delivery.
The candidate should have technical understanding of engineering design drawings, mainly in relation to control system cubicles, enclosures, and interface panels, to assist in ascertaining constraints and design impacts from site visits, working in collaboration with the engineering teams and stakeholders to produce designs and SCADA software to a high-quality level.
You will have the following qualifications & experience:
A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field, or demonstrable evidence of experience with a high emphasis on EC&I engineering using SCADA systems
Significant experience in the design and implementation of SCADA control systems.
Excellent understanding of SCADA programming, object-oriented scripting (C++, VBScript, Python, etc), PC/Server hardware and software, and communication protocols used in industrial (OT) control systems.
Significant demonstrable SCADA experience in EC&I industry(preferably Nuclear)
Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability in SCADA programming and system design, including consideration of Human Factors and ergonomic designs.
Experience in producing control system functional specifications, detailed design documents and formal Test Specifications to ahigh-quality level.
Experience in network integration of industrial control systems, databases and third-party applications with SCADA applications.
Experience in undertaking formal and controlled testing and validation activities.
Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyse complex systems, identify problems, and implement effective solutions.
Ability to work as part of an Integrated Delivery Team or individually, working within sometimes restrictive time constraints.
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong technical documentation writing skills.
Have strong interpersonal skills and be able to interact with people at all levels.It’s great if you also have the following:
Member of a relevant professional institution – typically the IET
Certified training on Rockwell/Schneider SCADA systems.
Certified Cyber Security training.
Experience in highly regulated industries, such as Nuclear, MOD or Pharmaceutical.
Familiar with Rockwell FactoryTalk and/or Schneider AVEVA applications.
Experience with database/historian systems using SQL scripting.
Experience with networked control systems, centralised management and distributed server/client systems with thick & thin clients.
Experience with Virtual Machines and Remote Desktop Applications.
Experience with OT Cyber Security and the development of cyber secure designs.
Experience in delivering in accordance with Sellafield Ltd Mgmt. System (V-Model).
Awareness and understanding of Sellafield Engineering Standards.The setting for the role
The role will be mainly office based with trips to site if required. A safety induction will be provided.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
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