Project Application Engineer/SCADA

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global industrial technology company is looking for a Project Application Engineer to deliver SCADA and process control solutions. This role involves hands-on engineering work across all project phases, including customer engagement, design, and implementation. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor’s degree and prior experience with control systems. Opportunities for growth and a collaborative work culture are part of the offer.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Dynamic team environment

Opportunities for career growth

Commitment to employee appreciation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in control systems implementation.
• Strong business acumen and technical skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with customers to define system requirements.
• Generate detailed system designs for automation.
• Implement control and SCADA application software.

Skills

Control systems implementation

SCADA systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Planning skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Control and Systems Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Aveva System Platform

Job description

Project Application Engineer/SCADA, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client:

Watlow

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Watlow is a global industrial technology and manufacturing leader that provides world-class engineering expertise and innovative thermal products and systems to enable customers to thrive. Watlow serves industries including semiconductor processing, environmental chambers, energy, diesel emissions, medical, and foodservice equipment. Since 2022, Eurotherm has been part of Watlow.

Role Overview:

The Project Application Engineer will deliver process control system solutions to customers. This hands-on engineering role involves delivering SCADA and process control systems across all project phases, including requirements gathering, documentation, configuration, testing, commissioning, and training.

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid work – 3 days a week in the office.

Responsibilities:

1. Liaise with customers to define system requirements.
2. Generate detailed system designs for automation, including enclosures, networking, instrumentation, and supervisory systems.
3. Create Functional and Test Specifications.
4. Implement control and SCADA application software.
5. Perform system tests.
6. Assist with commissioning.
7. Provide technical and sales support.
8. Work effectively as part of a team, ensuring project completion using SMART objectives.
9. Coordinate with Technical Support and Field Service Engineers, providing follow-ups.
10. Coach and mentor junior team members.
11. Conduct customer off-site visits for system start-up, commissioning, emergency restoration, training, and technical support.

Qualifications and Attributes:

1. Proven experience in control systems implementation and related services.
2. Bachelor's degree in Control and Systems Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
3. Experience with SCADA systems, preferably Aveva System Platform.
4. Ability to develop Functional and Test Specifications and perform application engineering.
5. Strong business acumen and technical skills.
6. Good team player and communicator.
7. Strong analytical and planning skills.
8. Willingness to travel occasionally.

What to Expect:

• Opportunities to grow your career in a dynamic workplace with significant responsibilities and flexible work arrangements.
• A collaborative and dynamic team environment.
• A culture that values performance and cooperation.
• An employer committed to employee appreciation and equal opportunities, fostering success.