Senior Control Automation System Engineer
On-site · Stafford, England, United Kingdom
Stafford, England, United KingdomOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeEnterprise
Type
Full Time
Level
Senior Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Enterprise
Job Summary
Senior control automation engineer responsible for leading HVDC SCADA/HMI solution design, implementation, integration, and validation. Oversees engineering, tooling, and process improvements, drives on-time delivery and cost control, mentors a global team of automation engineers, owns HMI implementation and system deployment, and ensures safety, quality, and compliance while guiding project opportunities and technical leadership.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in industrial control systems, electrical and electronic engineering, computer science, or a related field
- Strong background in HMI software configuration and implementation, preferably Zenon COPA-DATA or Panorama-CODRA
- Proven experience in automation and control systems engineering with project leadership
- Strong background in configuring Substation Bay Controllers/Merging Units/IEC61850 IEDs
- Knowledge of industrial communication networks such as IEC61850 and Ethernet-based protocols
- Experience developing electrical designs for industrial control systems
- Knowledge of security/hardening and cybersecurity best practices
- Excellent knowledge of Layer2/3 protocols (IPv4, OSPF, LACP, DMZ, VPN/DMS/ADMS/DNP)
- Experience in electrical power systems and Substation automation engineering
- Working knowledge of OT cybersecurity standards (IEC62443, NIST) and functional safety per IEC 61508 is advantageous
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- Proven ability to analyze and resolve problems, lead programs/projects, and document/execute programs
- Established project management skills
- Proactive cross-functional leadership and collaboration
- Track record of designing quality systems/components that meet design requirements and cost targets
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