SCADA Architect / Senior SCADA Engineer
12-Month Contract | UK Based | Competitive Day Rate
We are seeking an experienced SCADA Architect or Senior SCADA Engineer to support a major energy and utilities programme focused on the modernisation and optimisation of operational technology, network management and smart grid infrastructure.
This role will play a key part in the design, integration and enhancement of SCADA, ADMS, EMS and DERMS platforms supporting electricity distribution, transmission and renewable energy operations.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop and support enterprise-scale SCADA architectures and solutions.
Lead the integration of SCADA platforms with ADMS, EMS and DERMS environments.
Deliver real-time telemetry, monitoring and control capabilities across operational networks.
Support Distribution Management Systems (DMS) and Network Management Systems (NMS) initiatives.
Define and implement OT communications strategies, including RTU and substation integrations.
Collaborate with operational, engineering and technology teams to improve network visibility and resilience.
Support smart grid, renewable integration and grid modernisation programmes.
Provide technical leadership across SCADA and OT workstreams.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, cyber security requirements and best practices.
Essential Experience
Proven experience as a SCADA Architect, Lead SCADA Engineer or Senior SCADA Engineer.
Strong background working within energy, utilities, electricity transmission or distribution environments.
Hands-on experience with one or more:
ADMS (Advanced Distribution Management Systems)
EMS (Energy Management Systems)
DERMS (Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems)
Strong understanding of Distribution Management Systems (DMS).
Experience delivering telemetry and remote monitoring solutions.
Knowledge of OT environments and industrial control systems.
Experience integrating RTUs, substations and field devices.
Familiarity with industry protocols including:
IEC 61850
IEC 60870-5-101/104
DNP3
OPC
Understanding of network control centre operations and smart grid technologies.
Desirable Experience
Renewable energy integration projects.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Distributed energy resources and flexibility markets.
OT cyber security programmes.
Experience with platforms such as Siemens Spectrum Power, Schneider Electric ADMS, GE PowerOn, OSI Monarch, Hitachi Energy Network Manager or ABB Network Manager.
Contract Details / OR Perm is fine
12-Month Initial Contract
Competitive Day Rate
Hybrid Working
UK-Based Assignment
Immediate Interviews Available
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile energy transformation programme delivering next-generation operational technology and network management capabilities across critical infrastructure environments.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Industry Staffing and Recruiting
Employment Type Contract
Job Functions Information Technology
Skills Smart Grid
Communication
Easily Adaptable
SCADA
Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE)
Industrial Control
Management
OSI Model
General Electric
Remote Terminal Unit
TPBN1_UKTJ
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