Senior Automation Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves leading the design and configuration of SCADA systems for critical transmission and distribution projects, contributing to a sustainable, low-carbon future. You will mentor junior engineers and ensure high-quality outputs while working on high-voltage infrastructure projects. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with protocols like IEC61850 and Modbus.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and validation of SCADA systems for substations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

SCADA systems

Electrical Engineering

IEC61850

Modbus

Protection & Control principles

AutoCAD

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

WinCC

Job description

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Location: Scotland, Yorkshire, London, Suffolk (Flexible)

Salary: £55,000 to £70,000 (Salary Package)

Position: Permanent

Turner Lovell is currently recruiting for a Senior Automation Engineer to join a rapidly growing engineering design consultancy and grid connection contractor. Our client is renowned for delivering innovative solutions within the power, energy, and infrastructure sectors.

In this senior role, you will play a key part in supporting critical transmission and distribution projects across the UK that contribute to a sustainable, low-carbon future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, configuration, and validation of SCADA systems for low to high voltage substation projects.
• Develop, assess, and maintain technical designs, including I/O schedules and functional design specifications.
• Configure and customize SCADA software (e.g. WinCC) to meet specific project requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering skill development and quality output.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (or related field).
• Experience using protocols like IEC61850, Modbus and similar.
• Good understanding of Protection & Control principles.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Prior experience within the Transmission & Distribution sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business leading the way in electrical design for high-voltage infrastructure projects.

If you’re ready to make an impact, apply today to take the next step in your career. Alternatively, contact Anusha Gopalan at 02046027660 or [emailprotected] for more information.