OT SCADA Architect / Senior OT SCADA Engineer
12-Month Contract | Outside IR35 | UK Based | Competitive Day Rate
We are seeking an experienced SCADA Architect or Senior SCADA Engineer to support a major energy and utilities programme focused on the modernisation and optimisation of operational technology, network management and smart grid infrastructure.
This role will play a key part in the design, integration and enhancement of SCADA, ADMS, EMS and DERMS platforms supporting electricity distribution, transmission and renewable energy operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop and support enterprise-scale SCADA architectures and solutions.
* Lead the integration of SCADA platforms with ADMS, EMS and DERMS environments.
* Deliver real-time telemetry, monitoring and control capabilities across operational networks.
* Support Distribution Management Systems (DMS) and Network Management Systems (NMS) initiatives.
* Define and implement OT communications strategies, including RTU and substation integrations.
* Collaborate with operational, engineering and technology teams to improve network visibility and resilience.
* Support smart grid, renewable integration and grid modernisation programmes.
* Provide technical leadership across SCADA and OT workstreams.
* Ensure compliance with industry standards, cyber security requirements and best practices.
Essential Experience
* Proven experience as a SCADA Architect, Lead SCADA Engineer or Senior SCADA Engineer.
* Strong background working within energy, utilities, electricity transmission or distribution environments.
* Hands-on experience with one or more:
o ADMS (Advanced Distribution Management Systems)
o EMS (Energy Management Systems)
o DERMS (Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems)
* Strong understanding of Distribution Management Systems (DMS).
* Experience delivering telemetry and remote monitoring solutions.
* Knowledge of OT environments and industrial control systems.
* Experience integrating RTUs, substations and field devices.
* Familiarity with industry protocols including:
o IEC 61850
o IEC 60870-5-101/104
o DNP3
o OPC
* Understanding of network control centre operations and smart grid technologies.
Desirable Experience
* Renewable energy integration projects.
* Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
* Distributed energy resources and flexibility markets.
* OT cyber security programmes.
* Experience with platforms such as Siemens Spectrum Power, Schneider Electric ADMS, GE PowerOn, OSI Monarch, Hitachi Energy Network Manager or ABB Network Manager.
Contract Details
* 12-Month Initial Contract
* Outside IR35
* Competitive Day Rate
* Hybrid Working
* UK-Based Assignment
* Immediate Interviews Available
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile energy transformation programme delivering next-generation operational technology and network management capabilities across critical infrastructure environments.
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