PLC & Scada Engineer

Vertiv; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Power Software & Controls – Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain PLC/SCADA systems for complex projects. You will work with software developers, electrical engineers, and project managers to ensure seamless integration across industrial automation solutions.

The role requires strong PLC/SCADA expertise, travel for commissioning, and collaboration across global teams within the Power Software & Controls division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Automation, or related field.
• Experience programming PLCs (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, or Function Block).
• Experience with SCADA platforms (Ignition, Wonderware, or GE iFIX).
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA).
• Proven ability to manage and deliver projects in engineering/industrial automation.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to travel globally for project commissioning and support.

Responsibilities

• System Design and Integration: Develop and integrate PLC programs with SCADA systems, ensuring smooth communication and functionality.
• Preparation of PLC control sequence flow charts against Description of Operation documentation.
• Preparation of IO tag and network device databases.
• Develop and program PLC systems using platforms like Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Schneider.
• Configure, design, and deploy SCADA systems, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to gather requirements and translate them into detailed technical specifications.
• Collaboration: Work alongside other software developers to ensure control systems align with application-level software and user requirements.
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Diagnose and resolve issues in real-time to minimize downtime in developed systems.
• Optimization: Continuously improve system performance by analyzing data and updating PLC/SCADA configurations to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain detailed documentation of PLC/SCADA configurations, logic diagrams, and system updates while adhering to industry standards and safety regulations.
• Training and Support: Provide technical support and training to end-users and internal teams on SCADA/PLC system operations.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Industrial automation

Problem solving

Communication

Travel internationally

Education

Electrical Engineering

Software Engineering

Automation

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Schneider PLC

Ignition

Wonderware

GE iFIX

Job description

Job Description

Job (Assignment) Title: Power Software & Controls - Systems Engineer

Function/Department: PS&C PL / Power BU

Reports To: Power Software & Controls - Project Manager

Location: Derry / Londonderry

Position Summary

Vertiv is the largest electrical switchgear & Busbar manufacturer in the UK & Ireland, pioneering unique in-house integrated power solutions tailored to each individual client project. We believe that our people are our best asset and have invested in a highly qualified and experienced team of Engineers to work in our manufacturing facilities across three continents. With over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality integrated power solutions, we are experts in providing technical services, project management services, and unrivalled customer support for every client project. The Power Software & Controls – Systems Engineer will play a key role in delivering high-quality, reliable, and scalable PLC control and SCADA systems for complex engineering projects in a global organization. The role involves designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining automation and control systems that meet customer requirements, industry standards, and internal quality guidelines. As a pivotal member of the software development department, the Systems Engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including software developers, electrical engineers, and project managers—to ensure seamless integration of control and SCADA systems within larger industrial solutions. This role requires a strong technical foundation, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage projects from concept through commissioning in industries such as manufacturing, energy, transportation, and process engineering.

Responsibilities

• System Design and Integration: Develop and integrate PLC programs with SCADA systems, ensuring smooth communication and functionality.
• Preparation of PLC control sequence flow charts against Description of Operation documentation.
• Preparation of IO tag and network device databases.
• Develop and program PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems using platforms like Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Schneider.
• Configure, design, and deploy SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to gather requirements and translate them into detailed technical specifications.
• Collaboration: Work alongside other software developers to ensure that control systems align with application-level software and user requirements.
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Diagnose and resolve issues in real-time to minimize downtime in developed systems.
• Optimization: Continuously improve system performance by analyzing data and updating PLC/SCADA configurations to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain detailed documentation of PLC/SCADA configurations, logic diagrams, and system updates while adhering to industry standards and safety regulations.
• Training and Support: Provide technical support and training to end-users and internal teams on SCADA/PLC system operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• Proficiency in PLC programming languages such as Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block.
• Experience with SCADA platforms (e.g., Ignition, Wonderware, or GE iFIX).
• Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA).
• Proven ability to manage and deliver projects in an engineering or industrial automation environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel globally for project commissioning and support.

Time Travel Required

• International site travel is an essential requirement for this position

About Us

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The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES:

Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.