Job Title: IIoT Solution Architect
Circa £50,000 (dependent on skills & experience)
Hybrid - base location Huntingdon, Peterborough or Lincoln
Permanent / Full-time / 37 hours per week (flexible working available)
Make every drop of your potential count… join our Digital, Data & Technology team
At Anglian Water, were transforming how we manage and optimise our operational technology through cutting-edge Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions. This role is pivotal in shaping the architecture that connects sensors, telemetry, and control systems into our digital ecosystem-ensuring resilience, security, and scalability for the future.
What you will be doing
* Define and maintain IIoT and OT architecture guardrails, standards, and reference designs.
* Lead the design of end-to-end IIoT solutions, from edge processing and connectivity to cloud integration and analytics.
* Assure internal and partner designs against agreed standards, providing governance and technical authority.
* Collaborate with OT engineers, IT architects, cyber security teams, and business stakeholders to deliver secure, compliant solutions.
* Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement, supporting proof-of-concept initiatives and enterprise adoption.
* Promote health, safety, and wellbeing while embedding best practice and compliance across all IIoT deployments.
What does it take to be an IIoT Solution Architect?
* Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
* Proven experience designing and delivering architectures for IIoT and OT systems, ideally within utilities, manufacturing, or similar environments.
* Strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, telemetry systems, and industrial communication protocols.
* Experience with IIoT platforms and edge-to-cloud architectures (e.g., Azure IoT Hub, AWS IoT Core, MQTT).
* Familiarity with cybersecurity principles for OT and IIoT environments, including zero-trust models.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Ability to work through complex, multi-vendor landscapes and enforce technical standards.
* Desirable: Understanding of water industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Whats in it for you?
* Private healthcare and physiotherapy
* 24-hour Virtual GP service for you and your household
* 26 days annual leave (rising with service)
* Competitive pension scheme - Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6% (Up to 18% combined)
* Bonus scheme
* Flexible benefits and working culture
* Life Assurance (8x salary) and Personal Accident cover
* Enhanced family leave policies
* Great discounts and perks
Inclusion at Anglian Water
Were committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong. Were proud signatories of the Social Mobility Pledge, Race at Work Charter, and Armed Forces Covenant, and were a Disability Confident employer. Please dont be put off if you dont meet every requirement-if youre passionate about making a difference, wed love to hear from you.
Closing date: 16/12/25
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