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)
- Mimic Specifications & Coding Standards
- 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 LifeTime Quality Records
In addition to the above, the role shall support the Technical 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.
Designing and implementing HMI/SCADA applications (such as Rockwell FactoryTalk View), producing standardised modules/objects, control faceplates and display screens in accordance with the design documentation and engineering standards.
Work closely with PLC software engineers to develop the control system architecture, supporting Network Architecture Diagram(s) and applicable interfacing documentation, to support the visualisation of the plant system via an integrated Cyber Secure SCADA system.
Undertake in-house testing of the PLC and SCADA integrated control system with the customer in a formal, controlled manner, ensuring change control and version management is maintained and recorded. Site acceptance testing (commissioning) may also be required following delivery and installation.
Support the generation of installation and commissioning documentation, Operator and Maintenance Manuals and plant personnel training material.
A 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.
Experience and Qualifications
Essential experience:
- Proficient in the design and implementation of HMI/SCADA control systems, ideally fully converse with the Rockwell FactoryTalk View application.
- Experience with ergonomic design and Human Factor considerations for Graphical User Interfaces.
- 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.
- Experience with database/historian systems using SQL scripting.
- Significant demonstrable SCADA experience in EC&I industry (preferably Nuclear)
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy, reliability and consistency in SCADA mimic screens, functional scripting, and system interfacing.
- Experience in producing control system functional specifications, detailed design documentation and formal Test Specifications to a high-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.
Desirable experience:
- Experience in highly regulated industries, such as Nuclear, MOD or Pharmaceutical.
- Experience in delivering in accordance with Sellafield Ltd Mgmt. System (V-Model).
- Awareness and understanding of Sellafield Engineering Standards.
- 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.
Essential qualifications:
- 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.
Desirable qualifications:
- Member of a relevant professional institution – typically the IET
- Certified training on Rockwell (or other) Visualisation systems/applications.
- Certified Cyber Security training.
Operating Level/Position: Engineer / Senior Engineer
Discipline: Electrical, Control & Instrumentation