Control Systems Engineer (LV Management)

UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension contributions 8%/10%

Hybrid work after probation

Cycle to Work

Home & Tech

Green Car Leasing

Occupational health support

Employee discounts

Job summary

UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd in Ipswich is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to develop, configure and support ADMS and related OT systems. You’ll work with GIS, engineering and operations to integrate LV network models, deliver enhancements and automate tasks using Linux scripts and APIs.

The role requires experience with ADMS/DMS/SCADA in critical environments, strong Linux and database skills, and knowledge of power networks and OT communications protocols.

Qualifications

• Engineering, computing or IT degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven GIS-ADMS integration experience in utilities or distribution networks.
• Experience supporting and delivering ADMS/DMS/SCADA/OT applications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver GIS-ADMS network model integration to support LV Management.
• Implement enhancements, interfaces, upgrades and new functionality.
• Use Linux administration, scripting and automation to improve efficiency.
• Troubleshoot application, database and network issues, supporting testing, releases, resilience and cyber security.

Skills

GIS-ADMS integration

Linux administration

SQL scripting

SCADA/OT knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering/IT degree or equivalent

Tools

GE Vernova PowerOn ADMS S6

GE Smallworld GIS

APIs/middleware

OT cyber security tooling

Job description

Control Systems Engineer (LV Management)

UK Power Networks | Ipswich | Permanent | Ref: 83119

Salary - £84,160 + 3% bonus | Closing date: 20th of November 2026

Help shape smarter electricity network management

Ready to put your control systems expertise at the heart of operational innovation? Join UK Power Networks and help deliver the technology that enhances low-voltage network visibility, supports operational decisions and keeps critical control systems reliable.

Your expertise. Real operational impact.

Reporting to the Control Systems Delivery Manager, you'll develop, configure and support our Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and associated operational technology. Working with engineering, GIS and operational teams and external suppliers, you'll:

• Deliver GIS-ADMS network model integration to support LV Management.
• Implement enhancements, interfaces, upgrades and new functionality.
• Use Linux administration, scripting and automation to improve efficiency.
• Troubleshoot application, database and network issues, supporting testing, controlled releases, resilience and cyber security.

Bring your technical strengths

You'll bring a relevant engineering, computing or IT degree, or equivalent industry experience, alongside proven GIS-ADMS integration experience in utilities or distribution networks and experience supporting and delivering ADMS, DMS, SCADA or OT applications in critical environments. You'll need strong Linux administration, Oracle/SQL database and scripting skills, using Python, Shell or equivalent. An understanding of power networks, SCADA architecture, telemetry, RTUs and industry communications protocols is essential, together with system integration, troubleshooting and structured change/release management experience. Clear communication and effective stakeholder management will help you succeed.

Experience with GE Vernova PowerOn ADMS S6, GE Smallworld GIS, APIs/middleware, OT cyber security, DevOps or disaster recovery would be advantageous.

A rewarding package

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• employer pension contributions of 8% or 10% when you contribute 4% or 5%
• Blended working is available after your six-month probation: three days in the office and two remote
• reservist leave
• tenancy deposit and season ticket loans
• Cycle to Work
• Home & Tech
• Green Car Leasing schemes
• occupational health support
• retail discounts
• discounted gym membership
• an Employee Assistance Programme