Electrical ICA Engineer – LV/PLC/SCADA for Water

Kier Group plc.; Ideford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group plc is seeking an Electrical/ICA Engineer to join the Thames Water Major Projects team in the East Hyde, Luton area. The role focuses on LV Electrical, ICA, PLC and SCADA commissioning for water industry projects, with a strong emphasis on quality and standards compliance.

Responsibilities include documentation review, client liaison, fault finding, network commissioning, and ensuring safety through Risk Assessments and ITPs.

Qualifications

• HNC qualification in Electrical/Electronic or Instrumentation Engineering.
• Experience in ICA engineering, PLCs, HMIs, Profibus networks and SCADA installations on large-scale water treatment works.
• Knowledge of LV large motor control centres and protocols: Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet IP.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-discipline team.
• Holds a Full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Review LV Electrical and ICA documentation and ensure compliance with water industry asset standards.
• Represent Kier at client meetings and coordination sessions, providing liaison and technical support.
• Conduct fault finding and system configuration for MCC and ICA equipment including PLCs and control panels.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of Profibus DP/PA networks and support System Integrators with PLC software development.
• Review Electrical Risk Assessments and Method Statements, and authorise Inspection and Test Plans for compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Full driving licence

Education

HNC in Electrical/Electronic or Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

Profibus/DP/PA

PLC programming

SCADA

Job description

Kier Group plc is seeking an Electrical/ICA Engineer to join the Thames Water Major Projects team in the East Hyde, Luton area. The role focuses on LV Electrical, ICA, PLC and SCADA commissioning for water industry projects, with a strong emphasis on quality and standards compliance.

Responsibilities include documentation review, client liaison, fault finding, network commissioning, and ensuring safety through Risk Assessments and ITPs.