Scada engineer Work, Jobs in Chevington, Sfk (with Salaries)

Project Engineer - SCADA
GTC Infrastructure —Bury St. Edmunds
- From £48,556 a year
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- System design
- Continuous improvement
18h
Substation Protection and Control Engineer
APSTECHS UK LTD —Colchester
- £30,000 - £38,000 a year
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Schematics
- Engineering
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OT Framework Technical Manager
Capgemini —Cambridge
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- IT
Associate Technical Director - Surge / CFD Modelling
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- University
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O&M Site Manager (Cambridge, UK)
Grupotec —Cambridge
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Maintenance
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Project Engineer - SCADA

GTC Infrastructure -
Bury St. Edmunds

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Job details

Permanent
From £48,556 a year
18 hours ago

Benefits

Company pension

Qualifications

Driving Licence
NEBOSH
Engineering
CSCS
System design
Electrical engineering
Continuous improvement
NIST standards
Cybersecurity
Electrical Engineering
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Description

Job Location: Woolpit

Additional Location Information: England

Salary: starting from £48,556

Contract type: Permanent

Posting End Date: 24/06/2026

At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years.

We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best – ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.

GTC, part of the BUUK Infrastructure Group, are looking for Project Engineer - SCADA who would like to help us reach our mission to “earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service”.

Purpose of this role

To provide hands-on SCADA and substation engineering expertise supporting the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of electricity networks.

This is a delivery-focused engineering role, requiring proven experience working within live UK substation environments under formal safety and authorisation frameworks.

The role spans:

SCADA/NMS ownership and optimisation

Commissioning and integration of substation control systems

Support to operational networks (primarily 33kV, with progression to 132kV)

You will bridge the gap between field delivery, operational engineering, and SCADA programme leadership.

Your key responsibilities are

Own and maintain SCADA / NMS system performance, stability, and configuration control

Support real-time operational visibility and control of the electricity network

Deliver integration of RTUs, PLCs, protection relays, and automation systems

Lead and execute substation commissioning activities, including:

FAT / SAT

I/O checks

Point-to-point testing

Firmware and configuration management

Work safely within live substation environments in accordance with SSOW procedures

Support and apply DNO/IDNO operational and safety standards

Contribute to the development of digital substation and SCADA standards

Support OT cybersecurity improvements aligned to recognised frameworks (e.g. NIST)

Improve system resilience, testing regimes, and operational performance

Maintain accurate and auditable technical documentation and asset records

Provide technical insight and reporting to SCADA programme leadership

Collaborate closely with operations, commissioning teams, and programme delivery

Qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent industry experience)

Experience/Knowledge

Proven, hands-on experience working in live UK substation environments (LV, HV, and 33kV minimum)

Demonstrable experience operating under formal UK authorisation frameworks, such as:

Competent Person / Authorised Person (or equivalent)

Or clear evidence of working within DNO/IDNO safety rules and access procedures

Strong practical experience with:

SCADA / NMS platforms

RTUs, PLCs, and protection relays

Substation control and automation systems

Experience commissioning and integrating electrical infrastructure, including field-based activities

Working knowledge of:

UK Safety Rules, SSOW, switching processes, and access to substations

UK engineering standards and regulatory frameworks

Abilities/Skills

Strong practical engineering mindset with the ability to operate confidently on-site

Systems thinker with strong problem-solving and fault-finding capability

Able to balance project delivery and operational support

Effective communicator across engineering, operations, and programme teams

High attention to safety, compliance, and configuration control

Proactive and accountable, with a strong focus on continuous improvement

Desirable

Experience at 132kV or higher, within DNO / IDNO / Transmission environments

Previous SAP / AP authorisation (or ability to gain)

Professional registration (IEng / CEng) or working towards

Experience delivering SCADA or automation systems in primary substations

Knowledge of OT cybersecurity frameworks (e.g. NIST, IEC 62443)

NEBOSH / IOSH certification

EUSR (CSCS) Card

Experience contributing to engineering standards or system design

Conditions of Employment

You are required to have your criminal records checked through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This is due to going into customers’ homes.

You will be required to participate in a standby rota.

You will hold a driving licence.

What can you expect from us

Cost of living annual pay review.

Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%.

33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks.

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.

To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of £1000 (net of tax).

Hybrid working for eligible roles.

Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations.

BUUK has an award-winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.

Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options.

Please note we reserve the right to close the role early. Therefore, if you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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