Lead SCADA & Automation Engineer - Hybrid HVDC Projects

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer to join our HVDC team in a hybrid role that blends on-site and office work. You will design and develop secure network architecture for SCADA/HMI systems across AC Substations and HVDC projects, and lead technical discussions with customers and suppliers.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in Electrical, Control, or Communications, hands-on Micro SCADA/Zenon experience, and strong knowledge of MODBUS, DNP3, IEC 61850.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Control, or Communications Engineering.
• Proven experience within SCADA / HMI application development using Micro SCADA / Zenon SCADA.
• Hands-on experience on Micro SCADA and Substation Automation Solutions.
• Understanding UK electricity industry standards (National Grid, SSE/SPEN, DNO).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop secure network architecture for SCADA/HMI systems across AC substations and HVDC projects.
• Lead site and office coordination with suppliers; mentor team members.
• Evaluate and strengthen security of connections to DCS/SCADA/HMI networks.
• Coordinate site activities with suppliers and customers to ensure delivery meets standards.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Control, or Communications Engineering

Tools

Micro SCADA

Zenon SCADA

MODBUS

DNP3

IEC 61850

IEC 60870

Job description

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer to join our HVDC team in a hybrid role that blends on-site and office work. You will design and develop secure network architecture for SCADA/HMI systems across AC Substations and HVDC projects, and lead technical discussions with customers and suppliers.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in Electrical, Control, or Communications, hands-on Micro SCADA/Zenon experience, and strong knowledge of MODBUS, DNP3, IEC 61850.