Control and SCADA Software Engineer

Orion Electrotech; Chiswick; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure development is seeking a talented Control and SCADA Software Engineer to maintain and upgrade critical software systems. This hybrid role involves working with PLC and SCADA technologies, focusing on ensuring system performance and compliance with safety standards. You will have opportunities for ongoing training and work on high-profile projects across various sectors, supported by a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual bonus

Company pension (5% contribution)

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience preferred.
• Proficient with industrial networks and scripting/programming.
• Confident working with Windows environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance of SCADA/PLC systems.
• Implement software and system upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environment, and quality standards.

Skills

Siemens SCADA/PLC

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer service

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Computer Science, IT, or Engineering

Job description

Control and SCADA Software Engineer

London - Chiswick

Up to £60k plus on call plus bonus

Hybrid - Days and Nights

We are seeking a talented Control and SCADA Software Engineer to support the ongoing maintenance and upgrade of critical software systems for a major project. The role focuses on PLC and SCADA technologies, particularly Siemens WinCC OA on Windows platforms, within a tunnel ventilation system environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance of SCADA/PLC systems and related infrastructure.

• Implement software and system upgrades, patches, and updates.

• Respond to reactive maintenance needs, including fault diagnosis and call-outs.

• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) standards.

• Support billing and work-in-progress tracking through accurate time and task management.

• Collaborate with team members to drive continuous improvement in system performance and service delivery.

Skills & Experience:

• HNC/HND or degree in Computer Science, IT, or Engineering (minimum 2–3 years’ experience preferred).

• Strong knowledge of Siemens SCADA/PLC and HMI systems.

• Proficient with industrial networks and scripting/programming languages.

• Confident working with Windows environments and server maintenance.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills.

• Able to work independently and as part of a small, cross-functional team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual bonus and paid overtime.

• Company pension (5% contribution).

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown.

• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

• Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects across various sectors.

If you like the look of this role, then click and apply or if you would like further information, please contact Jamie Garcia-Courtice at Orion Electrotech [e-mail]

Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website.

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