Scada Engineer

Duration: 01-Apr-2026 – 31-Dec-2026

Offshore

Description:

The S&C Commissioning Engineer Representative is a critical execution role responsible for

ensuring that SCADA commissioning activities are delivered safely, on time, and to the

required technical and quality standards across both onshore and offshore environments.

The role sits at the intersection of engineering, site execution, and stakeholder coordination,

with direct impact on the successful energisation and handover of Substation Control

Systems and Metering.

The position requires a strong on-site presence, including offshore work during key

commissioning phases, where the ability to operate effectively in a high-pressure, multi-

contractor environment is essential. The individual is expected to take ownership of day-to-

day commissioning execution, ensuring that progress is maintained, risks are actively

managed, and technical integrity is upheld throughout.

A central part of the role is to lead and coordinate SCADA commissioning activities across

interfaces. This includes close collaboration with SCADA contractors, electrical

commissioning teams, and project stakeholders to ensure alignment with the overall

commissioning plan. The role is not limited to coordination but requires active supervision

and management of commissioning personnel and activities, ensuring that testing is

executed correctly, documented properly, and aligned with project requirements.

The S&C Commissioning Engineer Representative is responsible for maintaining a clear and

accurate overview of commissioning progress, providing structured reporting to the SCADA

Package Manager and Commissioning Manager. This includes highlighting deviations,

driving corrective actions, and ensuring that delays or quality issues are addressed

proactively. The role requires a high level of ownership in maintaining momentum on site and

removing execution barriers as they arise.

Quality assurance and compliance are core elements of the role. The individual ensures that

all commissioning activities are carried out in accordance with project HSE standards,

internal requirements, and applicable local legislation. This includes validating contractor

deliverables, approving checklists and test documentation, and ensuring full traceability

across commissioning activities. The role also involves driving the completion and closure of

snagging activities to ensure a clean and compliant handover.

From a planning perspective, the role contributes actively to the development and

maintenance of commissioning schedules and plans. This includes defining scope, timelines,

and QA/QC requirements for SCADA commissioning, as well as ensuring that the necessary

resources are available to execute the work. Where gaps or constraints are identified, the

role is expected to elevate and request additional support to maintain delivery

commitments.

The technical scope of the role includes commissioning of Substation Control Systems and

Metering, with active participation in FAT, SAT, and SIT activities. The individual plays a key

role in ensuring that systems are tested, validated, and integrated correctly, and that all

documentation supporting these activities is complete and approved.

The position carries a significant degree of responsibility and decision-making authority in

relation to commissioning execution. The individual is expected to initiate actions required to

maintain progress, propose changes where necessary, and ensure that the commissioning

strategy is effectively translated into site-level execution.

To succeed in this role, the candidate must bring a solid technical foundation combined with

proven experience in project execution or commissioning environments. A background at

B.Sc. level or equivalent is expected, along with relevant project management experience

and preferably certification such as IPMA or PMP. Just as important is the ability to lead in a

site-based environment, manage multiple stakeholders, and drive structured execution under

pressure.

Given the nature of the role, offshore work is a mandatory requirement. The candidate must

be willing and able to work offshore for extended periods and hold the necessary GWO and

safety certifications. The role requires both the physical readiness and the mindset to

operate in offshore conditions where planning, discipline, and decision-making have

immediate operational consequences.

Ultimately, this role is defined by execution impact. Success is measured by the ability to

deliver commissioning activities safely, efficiently, and without compromising quality, while

ensuring that all systems are ready for handover in line with project expectations.

Requirements:

• Prior experience working on projects is Prefered. The consultant must demonstrate familiarity with commissioning governance, reporting structures, documentation standards, and EPC delivery model.
• The consultant must have substantial hands‑on experience with SCADA commissioning in large‑scale infrastructure or energy projects, including direct experience with Hitachi MicroSCADA and Substation Control Systems.
• In‑depth knowledge of National Grid requirements and grid compliance processes is essential, including practical experience ensuring that SCADA systems meet grid code obligations during commissioning. The consultant must be capable of managing these interfaces independently without requiring escalation for fundamental compliance matters.
• A minimum of five years of relevant experience is required, supported by a technical
• background at B.Sc. level or equivalent. Experience aligned with IPMA B/C, PMP, or
• equivalent project management frameworks is considered advantageous.
• Strong stakeholder management, structured documentation practices, and the ability to operate

effectively in high‑pressure commissioning environments are expected.