OT Project Engineer

Copello; Warrington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Copello is seeking 2 OT Project Engineers to support a major water framework, focusing on OT/SCADA systems and network infrastructure. Roles require experience with WinCC/Simatic Net, VM environments, and Windows/AD configuration.

Travel to UU operational sites across Cheshire, Merseyside, Lancashire, Cumbria, and Greater Manchester is expected. Immediate availability within 3–4 weeks is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting SCADA systems, including hardware and software platforms like Siemens WinCC and Simatic Net.
• Strong knowledge of OT networks, including routing, VLANs, and IP addressing.
• Experience working with virtualized environments (VMWare ESXi and vCentre) and managing VM backups with Veeam.
• Proficiency in configuring Windows environments, Microsoft technologies, and Active Directory.
• Electrical authorisation (mandatory).
• Full UK driving licence.

Skills

SCADA experience

OT networks

VMware ESXi

Windows/AD

Electrical authorisation

UK driving licence

Education

OT/Industrial Engineering qualifications

Tools

Siemens WinCC

Simatic Net

vCentre

VMware ESXi

Veeam

Job description

New requirement for 2 OT Project Engineers to support a major water framework.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience supporting SCADA systems, including hardware and software platforms like Siemens WinCC and Simatic Net
• Strong knowledge of OT networks, including routing, VLANs, and IP addressing
• Experience working with virtualized environments (VMWare ESXi and vCentre) and managing VM backups with Veeam
• Proficiency in configuring Windows environments, Microsoft technologies, and Active Directory
• Electrical authorisation (mandatory)
• Full UK driving licence

Nice to Have Skills:

• Knowledge of PLC infrastructure and troubleshooting
• Experience supporting lifecycle management of SCADA systems
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and environments

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Relevant technical qualifications in OT/Industrial Engineering
• Prior experience in infrastructure upgrade projects or operational support
• Experience working across multiple regional sites is advantageous

Other Requirements:

• Immediate availability preferred, with flexibility to start within 3-4 weeks
• Willingness to travel to various UU operational sites across Cheshire, Merseyside, Lancashire, Cumbria, and Greater Manchester
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic setting