SCADA Commissioning Engineer

SCADA & Systems Integration Commissioning Engineer

Location: West Sussex (Hybrid Site-Based Role)
Contract: Freelance / Outside IR35 (TBC)
Duration: Up to 2 Years
Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking an experienced SCADA & Systems Integration Commissioning Engineer to support the delivery of major infrastructure and process engineering projects within the UK water sector.

This is a long-term contract opportunity working on the commissioning, integration and upgrade of critical operational technology systems, including PLC replacement programmes, SCADA upgrades, telemetry systems and communications networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support SCADA, telemetry and systems integration commissioning activities.

• Deliver PLC migration and replacement projects from commissioning through to handover.

• Develop commissioning plans, procedures and testing documentation.

• Coordinate FAT, SAT, dry testing and wet commissioning activities.

• Ensure successful integration of new systems with existing operational assets.

• Work closely with project delivery, MEICA and commissioning teams to achieve programme milestones.

• Support defect resolution, snagging activities and project takeover requirements.

• Maintain commissioning records, documentation and compliance requirements.

• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety and quality throughout project delivery.

Essential Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience delivering commissioning activities within the UK water industry.

• Strong background in SCADA, telemetry and systems integration.

• Proven experience delivering PLC replacement and migration projects.

• Experience of FAT, SAT, dry testing and wet commissioning.

• Ability to interface with operational and project stakeholders.

• Strong understanding of water industry processes and standards.

• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.

Technical Requirements

Experience with some or all of the following:

• Allen Bradley CompactLogix

• Allen Bradley ControlLogix

Qualifications

• CSCS or ECS Card

• EUSR Water Hygiene (preferred)

• SSSTS minimum

• SMSTS advantageous

What's on Offer

• Immediate start

• Long-term programme of works

• Up to 2 years' contract duration

• Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects

• Competitive day rate

If you have experience commissioning SCADA, telemetry and PLC systems within the water sector and are available for an immediate start, we'd like to hear from you.