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We’ll 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 and diverse 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 you’d 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. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Design, develop, implement and test database server solutions using Microsoft SQL Server (or similar) integrated within PLC/SCADA-based control systems. Produce high-quality engineering design documentation and undertake activities such as requirements capture, system design specifications, detailed software specifications, test specifications, support operation & maintenance manuals, system rebuild documentation, and project lifetime records.
2. Support the Lead Engineer and Project Manager in maintaining delivery schedules, reporting technical issues, scope changes, and variations.
3. Work with database management systems, programming languages like SQL and Python, collaborating with other disciplines to create and administer database structures to meet client and system requirements.
4. Ensure efficient data access and retrieval through indexing, query optimization, and database tuning. Maintain data accuracy, security, and backup procedures.
5. Collaborate with PLC and SCADA engineers to develop and test integrated control systems, producing network architecture diagrams and interfacing design documentation.
6. Identify and resolve server and database issues, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.
7. Undertake acceptance testing of the control system, supporting site acceptance testing and change management.
Here's What You'll Need:
* A Bachelor's Degree in Software or related field, or demonstrable experience with EC&I engineering using databases.
* Experience in creating and implementing database structures within PLC/SCADA systems.
* Experience with server deployment, VMWare, and OS configurations in large networks.
* Proficiency in SQL, MySQL, Oracle, and/or Python programming and scripting.
* Strong skills in data manipulation, automation, and visualization.
* Understanding of database concepts, data modeling, and indexing.
* Analytical skills to diagnose and resolve database issues.
* Experience with data migration, backup, recovery, and design documentation.
* Ability to work individually or within teams under time constraints.
* Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder interaction.
Our Culture:
Our values are safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We prioritize supporting our people through a culture of caring, promoting positive mental health and belonging. We are committed to inclusion and diversity, partnering with VERCIDA to attract diverse talent. We are a Disability Confident employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, including those seeking flexible work arrangements. For support or adjustments during recruitment, please contact us.
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