SCADA Engineer

Design the systems that operators rely on when safety matters most.

Our Client has a requirement for a SCADA Systems Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington or Cumbria (hybrid working).

Role Purpose:

• Design and deliver high-quality SCADA and HMI systems for complex, safety-critical industrial environments
• Own the operator interface and visualisation layer, ensuring clarity, usability, and performance
• Support full lifecycle delivery from concept design through to commissioning and testing
• Enhance system visibility, data insight, and operational decision-making

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Design and develop SCADA system architectures (client-server and distributed systems)
• Configure industrial communications including OPC UA/DA, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP
• Develop intuitive HMI interfaces with clear navigation and high usability standards
• Create process visualisations, mimic diagrams, and operator dashboards
• Configure and maintain alarm systems (prioritisation, rationalisation, diagnostics)
• Manage historian systems, trending, and data analytics functionality
• Implement security controls, user access, and system resilience measures
• Integrate leading SCADA platforms including:Collaborate with control systems engineers to integrate PLC data into SCADA environments
  • Rockwell FactoryTalk / FactoryTalk View
  • Schneider Citect / Vijeo Designer
  • Siemens WinCC
  • AVEVA / Wonderware
• Support all project lifecycle stages:Produce high-quality technical documentation including design specs, test documentation, and user manuals
  • Concept & detailed design
  • System configuration & integration
  • FAT / CAT / SAT
  • Commissioning

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience developing SCADA/HMI systems in industrial environments
• Proficiency with at least one SCADA platform (FactoryTalk, Citect, WinCC, Wonderware/AVEVA)
• Strong understanding of industrial communications (OPC, Modbus, Ethernet/IP)
• Experience in alarm management, diagnostics, and system monitoring
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams

Desirable:

• Experience with historian systems and data analysis tools
• Exposure to regulated industries (nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals)
• Basic knowledge of PLC systems and control logic
• Interest in SCADA architecture and advanced system design

Benefits:

• Hybrid working (typically 2–3 days in the office)
• Opportunity to work on safety-critical, high-impact projects
• Exposure to industry-leading SCADA platforms and technologies
• Involvement across full project lifecycle including commissioning
• UK travel opportunities during key project phases

Company Information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a SCADA Systems Engineer looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.