Senior Operational Technology Engineer
Location:
Lingley Mere, Warrington (Hybrid)
Contract Type:
Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours/week)
Salary:
Competitive + excellent benefits
Join United Utilities (UU) and help shape the future of water in the North West. We're a FTSE 100 company with a clear purpose: to deliver great water for a stronger, greener, healthier region. We're proud to do this in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society
Why Join Us?
At UU, we believe in more than just doing a job—we believe in making a difference. You'll be part of a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace where you can grow, thrive, and be yourself. We offer:
* 26 days annual leave
(rising to 30 days with service) + 8 bank holidays
* Up to 14% employer pension contribution
* Performance-related bonus
(up to 10.5%)
* Company-funded healthcare plan
* Discounts on gyms, wellness apps, and EV car schemes
* Enhanced parental leave
* Sharebuy
About the Role
We're looking for a talented Senior Operational Technology Engineer to join our Regional Engineering team. You'll play a key role in designing and developing instrumentation, control, automation, and telemetry systems for water and wastewater operations both at process sites and across natural water networks.
You'll work closely with our Systems Integration Partners, project delivery teams, and internal stakeholders, acting as the OT lead on large-scale, multidisciplinary projects. You'll also serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for your region (Lancashire, Merseyside, Manchester or Cheshire), helping to solve engineering challenges and optimise performance.
What You'll Be Doing
* Lead the design and delivery of OT solutions across major infrastructure projects
* Support operational teams with engineering advice, incident response, and performance optimisation
* Develop and maintain UU's OT standards, systems, and procedures
* Collaborate with suppliers to shape technology roadmaps and manage obsolescence
* Provide second-line support and recommend long-term solutions for operational issues
* Mentor graduate engineers and technicians
What We're Looking For
* Strong technical understanding of OT architectures, Fieldbus, and industrial networking
* Experience with hardware design, cyber security, and IT/OT integration
* Ability to apply emerging technologies in live operational environments
* Excellent communication and leadership skills
* Chartered Engineer (or working towards) with post-grad experience in OT
Why United Utilities?
We're more than just water. We're a purpose-driven organisation committed to sustainability, innovation, and the communities we serve. Join us and be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. Whether you join a team that shares your vision or connect with colleagues across our networks, you'll find a welcoming and supportive organisation ready to help you thrive.
We may not be able to offer sponsorship for this role