SCADA Systems Engineer

About Us

Amentum are a leading engineering organisation delivering complex safety-critical control and automation systems within the nuclear sector. We are also part of a 10-year control systems framework for designing manufacturing and installing control systems to aid decommissioning and operational efficiency the project comprises of more than 200 nuclear facilities and more than 1000 buildings in Cumbria. We are a Key supplier and are looking for people to join our team. You will be working on a multi-million-pound contract to manage system design Programme Test and assembly. The framework supports the sites high-hazard risk reduction programme. We have existing Teams out of Birchwood Park Warrington Cumbria and Newcastle North East where we can manage hybrid working with occasional site visits.

About The Role
Were looking for a SCADA Systems Engineer to design and deliver high-quality supervisory control and visualisation systems for complex industrial applications.
This role focuses on how systems are monitored controlled and understoodcovering operator interfaces data visualisation alarm management and system integration.
Youll work across the full project lifecycle from design through to commissioning playing a key role in delivering intuitive reliable and data-driven SCADA and HMI solutions/platforms.
This is ideal for a mid-level engineer looking to deepen their expertise in SCADA/HMI platforms and progress toward a senior position with greater technical ownership.

Why This Role

• Own the operator interface and visualisation layer of safety-critical systems

• Work on projects where data visibility and usability directly impact operational performance and safety

• Develop expertise across leading SCADA/HMI platforms and architectures

• Be involved end-to-endfrom design through to live commissioning

• Clear progression path to Senior Engineer with increasing technical responsibility

What Youll Be Doing

• Design and develop SCADA systems including:

• System architecture (client-server / distributed systems)

• Communications (OPC UA/DA Modbus Ethernet/IP)

• Develop high-quality HMI interfaces:

• Intuitive screen design and navigation

• Process visualisation and mimic diagrams

• Consistent UI/UX standards for operator usability

• Configure and manage Alarm systems (prioritisation rationalisation diagnostics)

• Configure and integrate SCADA/HMI platforms such as: Rockwell FactoryTalk/FactoryTalk ViewSchneider Citect/Vijeo Designer Siemens WinCC AVEVA / Wonderware

• Work closely with control systems engineers to integrate PLC data into SCADA systems

• System configuration and integration Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) Customer Acceptance Testing (CAT) Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Commissioning

• Produce high-quality technical documentation (design specs test docs user manuals)

At Amentum were not just solving problems; were engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation integrity and collaboration tackling some of the most significant challenges in science security and sustainability. If youre passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence this is the place where your ambition can thrive.

Here we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all.

Well inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve grow and succeed today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits youd expect UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. Were happy to discuss hybrid part-time and flexible working hours patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

Heres What Youll Need:

• Degree/HND in Electrical Engineering Control Systems or related discipline (or equivalent experience)

• Experience developing SCADA/HMI systems in industrial environments

• Experience with one or more SCADA platforms (e.g. FactoryTalk Citect WinCC Wonderware/AVEVA etc)

• Understanding of industrial communications (OPC Modbus Ethernet/IP)

• Experience with alarm handling diagnostics and system monitoring

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams

Additional Information

• Hybrid working (typically 23 days per week in the office depending on project needs)

• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance

• UK expensed travel required at key project stages (e.g. testing and commissioning)

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety integrity and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.

When we embrace different perspectives and work together we become more innovative more agile and more successful.

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