Industrial Controls System (ICS) 2nd Engineer

InterGen; Spalding; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days holiday leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

InterGen is looking for an ambitious Industrial Control Systems 2nd Engineer for the Spalding Power Station. This newly created role provides the opportunity for long-term development and autonomy in becoming a technical expert on Operational Technology (OT) assets.

The ideal candidate will have at least an HND in C&I or Electrical/Electronic Engineering, and be experienced in managing OT systems and ensuring compliance with cyber security standards. Various employee benefits are offered including holiday leave and a discretionary bonus scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience with OT security solutions and regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of ISA/IEC 62443 standards.
• Understanding of safety standards like NEBOSH/IOSH.

Responsibilities

• Manage OT assets and plant control systems.
• Execute cyber security policies according to regulations.
• Coordinate engineering project work and manage contractors.

Skills

Operational Technology (OT) expertise

Cyber security management

PLC-based systems knowledge

Risk assessment

Education

HND in C&I or Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

The Role

We’re looking for an ambitious Industrial Control Systems 2nd Engineer to join our team. This is a brand-new role that offers long term development and genuine autonomy to become a technical expert on Operational Technology (OT) assets and plant control systems (T3000, GE MkVI, MkVIe, ABB 800XA, Siemens S7) at Spalding Power Station.

This role has been created as a key role to support our Lead ICs Engineer in the safe, reliable management of the plant. There will be a special focus on industrial control systems and OT cyber security, where you’ll be instrumental in helping to ensure these are engineered and maintained to meet our current operational demands and are flexible to the future business needs. You’ll have the opportunity to work hands‑on with critical control systems while contributing to long term engineering, maintenance, and cyber security strategies. You’ll help shape how the plant operates now and for the future.

Responsibilities

• Become a technical expert on site regarding the management of all OT assets on site, including plant control systems (T3000, GE MkVI, MkVIe, ABB 800XA, Siemens S7 and other PLC‑based and server‑based systems)
• Provide recommendation to the Lead ICs Engineer regarding OT life cycle management, upgrades, obsolescence management, spares inventory, CAPEX plans, etc.
• Support site lead on designing, implementing and managing appropriate cyber security arrangements to comply with regulatory and company requirements.
• Follow and maintain cyber security policies, playbooks, risk assessments and procedures in accordance with recent industry guidance and standards.
• Manage Risk through lifecycle analysis of systems, understanding threats and vulnerabilities through monitoring, identification, remediation and reporting.
• Plan, execute and manage C&I maintenance and project scope during plant outages, in both a hands‑on and a supervisory capacity.
• Coordinate and manage engineering project work, development and implementation.
• Coordinate with procurement to develop technical specifications and ensure successful tendering.
• Manage contract delivery and close‑out to ensure contractors services are delivered safely, on time, on budget and to specification.
• Liaise with the Operations and Maintenance & Reliability (M&R) Teams to investigate plant issues and implement solutions, by providing C&I experience, knowledge and guidance as required.
• Coordinate Management of Change activities, ensuring plant change and modification procedures are applied.
• Utilise InterGen’s information and action tracking processes to deliver an ongoing continuous improvement program, Risk/Opportunity Register, plant issue register (BITS), plant anomaly cases, Plant Status Review, insurer recommendations, CAPEX program, etc.
• Carry out internal and cross‑site Technical RCA investigations and engineering risk assessments.
• Support the Lead ICs Engineer with alarm management programs and identifying other opportunities for innovative continuous improvement, developing and implementing solutions from both Cyber & Operational perspectives.
• Attend OEM / 3rd Party training courses where necessary to enhance knowledge and development within the role.

Education/Experience

Minimum of HND in C&I or Electrical/Electronic Engineering discipline with a high level of practical Operational/Maintenance experience/knowledge. (Qualifications below this may be acceptable if accompanied by suitable industry experience or other relevant qualifications).

• You’ll have worked with OT security solutions and have experience of operating within regulatory frameworks such as the NIS Directive or the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework.
• Practical knowledge of ISA/IEC 62443 standards would be highly beneficial.
• A solid understanding of safety standards is essential, and qualifications such as NEBOSH or IOSH would be preferred.

What we offer

• 262.5 hours holiday leave (35 days, including bank holidays).
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Eyecare Vouchers
• Savings & Discounts Platform
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity benefits
• Educational & Training Assistance Programmes