At a Glance
- Tasks: Test and commission SCADA systems for HV substations, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards.
- Company: Join a leading firm in the energy sector focused on high voltage substations.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive rotation schedule: 10-hour days onshore or 12-hour days offshore.
- Other info: Roles available both onshore and offshore with varying rotation schedules.
- Why this job: Be part of critical projects ensuring safe and reliable energy management.
- Qualifications: Experience with IEC 60870-5-104 and OPC UA/A&C protocols is essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
The Commissioning Engineer SCADA is responsible for testing, commissioning, and integrating SCADA systems for HV substations, ensuring safe, reliable monitoring, control, data acquisition, remote operation, and cybersecurity compliance in accordance with project and client requirements.
- Perform site-based testing and commissioning of SCADA systems for HV substations.
- Configure, test, and validate communication protocols including IEC 60870 - 5 - 104 and OPC UA / A&C.
- Verify correct operation of remote controls, indications, alarms, interlocks, and event logging.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and project specifications.
- Support LAN/WAN, switches, routers, and firewalls in coordination with network teams.
- Integrate SCADA with third-party systems (Substations, EMS, DMS, metering systems).
- Support commissioning of Primary and Secondary equipment (advantage).
- Execute all activities in line with Client and Company Safety Rules, EHS procedures, Method Statements, and Risk Assessments.
- Maintain safe systems of work near live or adjacent HV plant.
- Stop work and elevate unsafe conditions, non-compliances, or protection anomalies.
- Prepare and maintain test reports, commissioning records, and as-built documentation.
- Ensure compliance with approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
- Support closure of commissioning defects and punch-list items.
- Work closely with Lead Commissioning Engineer, Site Manager, and Client commissioning teams.
Commissioning Engineer (SCADA) in Manchester employer: Quest (Sports Investigations, Intelligence, Security)
This company is a leader in energy solutions, offering competitive pay and a robust safety culture. Located in the UK, they focus on HV substations and have a strong commitment to cybersecurity compliance. The team values collaboration and safety, ensuring all members work within established EHS procedures.
Contact Details:
Quest (Sports Investigations, Intelligence, Security) Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Commissioning Engineer (SCADA) in Manchester
SCADA Systems Testing
HV Substation Commissioning
Cybersecurity Compliance
Communication Protocols (IEC 60870 - 5 - 104, OPC UA)
Remote Control Verification
LAN/WAN Configuration
Network Equipment Support (Switches, Routers, Firewalls)
