Project Application Engineer/SCADA

JR United Kingdom; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global industrial technology company is seeking a Project Application Engineer in Derby. This role involves delivering process control solutions through engineering, documentation, and system testing. The position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities for career growth within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Flexible work models for work/life balance

Collaborative environment across teams

Qualifications

• Proven experience in control systems implementation.
• Degree in relevant engineering or computer science fields required.
• Experience in developing Functional and Test Specifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver process control system solutions to customers.
• Liaise with customers to define requirements and generate system designs.
• Provide commissioning assistance and technical support.

Skills

Control systems implementation

SCADA systems experience

Team player

Strong analytical skills

Education

Degree in Control and Systems Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields

Tools

Aveva System Platform

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Client:

Watlow

Location:

derby, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Watlow is a global industrial technology and manufacturing leader that provides world class engineering expertise and innovative thermal products and systems that enable customers to thrive. Watlow serves numerous industries, including semiconductor processing, environmental chambers, energy processes, 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, covering all project phases: gathering user requirements, documentation, configurations, testing, commissioning, and training.

Hybrid work model – 3 days a week in the office.

Responsibilities:

• Liaise with customers to define system requirements.
• Generate detailed system designs for automation, including enclosures, networking, instrumentation, and supervisory systems.
• Create Functional and Test Specifications.
• Implement control and SCADA application software.
• Perform system tests.
• Provide commissioning assistance.
• Offer technical and sales support.
• Collaborate effectively with team members using SMART objectives.
• Interface with Technical Support and Field Service Engineers, providing project follow-ups.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.
• Conduct customer off-site visits for system start-up, commissioning, emergency restoration, training, and technical support.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Proven experience in control systems implementation and related services.
• Degree in Control and Systems Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Experience with SCADA systems, specifically Aveva System Platform.
• Experience in developing Functional and Test Specifications, Application Engineering.
• Strong business and technical mindset.
• Good team player and communicator.
• Strong analytical and planning skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

What you can expect:

• Opportunities for career growth in a dynamic workplace with significant responsibilities and flexible work models for work/life balance.
• A vibrant, collaborative environment across teams.
• A company culture promoting performance and cooperation.
• We value employee appreciation and equal opportunities, fostering success.