Senior SCADA and Controls Engineer

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior SCADA and Controls Engineer to build and lead a multidisciplinary team delivering substation automation and control systems for renewable energy projects across the UK. This includes Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), solar PV, and onshore/offshore wind projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, integration, and commissioning of SCADA and control systems, ensuring compliance with UK grid codes and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, lead and mentor a team of SCADA and controls engineers across multiple projects.
• Oversee the design, configuration, and implementation of SCADA systems for substations and renewable energy assets.
• Develop and review control philosophies, functional design specifications (FDS), and interface control documents (ICDs).
• Produce SCADA IO Schedules.
• Produce communications philosophy documents.
• Produce site specific communications and SCADA architecture drawings.
• Produce or contribute to the production of project specific multicore cable schedules.
• Ensure integration of SCADA with third-party systems (e.g., DNO/DSO, NGESO, EMS, BMS, RTUs, PLCs).
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation in collaboration with project managers.
• Support grid compliance activities including G99/G100, ENA EREC standards, and National Grid requirements.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including clients, DNOs, OEMs, and EPC contractors.
• Ensure cybersecurity and data integrity in SCADA and control system architectures.
• Conduct FAT, SAT, and site commissioning activities.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in SCADA and control system design and delivery.
• Have an in depth knowledge of energy trading platforms and grid services (e.g., FFR, Dynamic Containment).

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Control Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in SCADA and control systems within the power or renewable energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of substation automation, IEC 61850, Modbus, DNP3, and OPC protocols.
• Experience with BESS, solar, and wind control systems and grid integration.
• Familiarity with UK grid codes, G99/G100, and National Grid connection processes.
• Proficiency in SCADA platforms (e.g., GE, Siemens, Schneider, ABB, Wonderware).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards it.
• Experience with cybersecurity standards (e.g., IEC 62443).
• Knowledge of energy management systems (EMS) and data analytics platforms.
• Familiarity with battery management systems (BMS) and energy trading platforms.

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