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SPA Software Test and Configuration Engineer
Apply locations Peterborough time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: August 9, 2025 (15 days left to apply) job requisition id R31890
Join Anglian Water's Strategic Pipeline Alliance as a Software Test and Configuration Engineer.
Location: Flexible work, with attendance at our Peterborough office every fortnight, and remotely based throughout the region.
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about contributing to one of the UK’s most ambitious water infrastructure projects? The Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) is searching for a Software Test and Configuration Engineer to support and enhance our project delivery team.
What will you be doing as our new Software Test and Configuration Engineer?
You will lead the development and implementation of robust and optimised test plans playing a major role in the successful delivery of the Strategic Pipeline Alliance. As the successful candidate you will be expected to perform as a key member of the Enterprise Control System (ECS) team for this industry significant project.
Key responsibilities:
* Write the Enterprise Control System (ECS) Test Strategy document and develop the documents and tools used to perform testing of the ECS
* Perform and train others in any of the roles identified in the Configuration Management Strategy (CMS) or Test Strategy
* Collaborate and inform other stakeholders, in particular the SPA engineering team, suppliers such as MCC manufacturers and Anglian Water personnel.
* Provide progress updates and highlight risks to SPA Project Management on testing and configuration management activities.
A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours:
This job might be for you if you have:
* Significant experience of Conceiving, Implementing and Managing CMS Systems such as described by ISO10007
* Specific experience of developing Test Strategies and related artefacts such as Policies and Procedures and managing test activities
* Knowledge and understanding of the software Lifecycle. Application of the V model as exemplified in GAMP 5
* Experience of developing and using automated tools for configuration management and software testing, ideally some experience of SharePoint technologies and data manipulation (preferably JSON and XML)
* Experience of the design, development and testing of hybrid systems using diverse technologies; ideally including real-time systems such as PLCs and Complex application development in high level languages (e.g. Python, JS, C#)
* Some experience of Technical Project Management such as planning, risk assessment and task tracking
* Some experience of industrial processes and plant, ideally including hydraulic systems design
* Some knowledge of real-time control, industrial automation, optimisation and production planning applications
Not only do we look for the best talent to join us on our journey, we also look for individuals to demonstrate key behaviours that align with our values and beliefs.
Working with the highest degree of integrity, we want SPA employees to take ownership and accountability for their outputs and be driven to continuously improve how they work. SPA employees should act with the customer’s best interest at heart, be clear and transparent communicators and be passionate about operating in an ethical fashion.
If you are looking for a career opportunity, working in an innovative forward-thinking environment please apply today!
Why Join SPA?
The Strategic Pipeline Alliance Project is at the exciting delivery stage, with additional projects lined up for AMP8. At SPA, we embrace innovation, digital technology, and collaboration with our partners, including Farrans, MMB, Costain, Jacobs, and Atkins.
Together, we’re combating climate change and securing clean water for generations to come.
* Flexible Working: We support flexible schedules to suit your lifestyle if the role allows.
* Location: Our office is in Peterborough, with operational hubs across the project area.
* Diversity and Inclusion: SPA is committed to building an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Whatever your background, if this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.
Our Purpose
Our mission is simple yet vital: To Make the East of England Resilient to the Effects of Drought. Join us in shaping a sustainable future while being part of a team where everyone can thrive.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and excited to lead in a transformative environment, we’d love to hear from you!
SPA is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and recruit based on merit and potential, ensuring every colleague feels a sense of belonging.
Take the Next Step
If you’re passionate about delivering innovative infrastructure solutions and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of Anglian Water’s journey to build a more sustainable, water-secure future.
About Us
We are looking for talented people to join one of our key projects.
The Strategic Pipeline Alliance is creating nearly 500 kilometres of new, interconnecting pipelines to help combat the impact of climate change and keep fresh, clean water flowing across the Anglian Water region.
Our aim is to make the region, one of the most rapidly growing in the country, resilient to the risks of drought by securing water supplies for future generations.
The new network of pipelines will be longer than HS2, making it one of the largest infrastructure projects for a generation.
It is a complex and challenging major infrastructure project.
We selected partners that bring a wealth of experience, new mindsets, thinking and innovation for what is an incredibly exciting programme. They are: Costain, Farrans, Jacobs, Mott MacDonald Bentley.
We strive to create the right environment to keep Anglian Water at the forefront of the industry and look, in return, for high-performing candidates who demonstrate values that align with ours.
Due to the nature of the alliance, and based on the role offered, you will be employed by one of the five partners, joining teams containing some of the most talented and innovative consultants and contractors in the region at a crucial time.
You will need to demonstrate: integrity, mental agility, leadership skills, a desire to learn and an open, honest and caring nature.
This programme forms a key part of our Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP), which sets out how we will manage the water supplies in our region to meet current and future needs over 25 years.
It is a critical, long-term project and construction is due to begin in the summer of 2021 and will take nearly five years to build.
We are looking for talented people to join the Strategic Pipeline Alliance one of the biggest infrastructure projects for a generation.
It’s an amazing opportunity to become part of an innovative and collaborative organisation.
Anglian Water has joined forces with construction and engineering giants Costain, Farrans, Jacobs and Mott MacDonald Bentley as part of a contract worth more than £350 million.
We will complete one of the largest strategic water infrastructure projects the UK has ever seen and will create up to 500km of interconnecting pipelines.
We provide the very best training and look, in return, for people with integrity, mental agility, leadership skills, a desire to learn and an open, honest and caring nature.
The programme forms a key part of Anglian Water’s Water Resources Management Plan which looks 25 years ahead to manage and secure the water resources by safe- guarding against the potential future impacts of water scarcity, climate change and growth, while protecting the environment.
If you think you will be a good fit, get in touch.
The SPA Alliance. Building Resilience. Building Pipelines. Building career aspirations.
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