Senior Railway SCADA Design & Project Lead

Osiris Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

International travel

Job summary

Osiris Recruitment seeks a Railway SCADA Design Manager to lead the design and implementation of SCADA systems for railway operations. You will head a team of engineers and technicians, shaping system architecture, requirements, and safety-compliant solutions.

The role blends technical design, project management, and stakeholder coordination, with a hybrid work model and opportunities for international travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in SCADA system design.
• Strong project management and team leadership experience.
• Proficiency in SCADA software, protocols, and hardware components.
• Knowledge of railway operations, safety regulations, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of SCADA systems tailored to railway operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, hardware and software specifications, and integration plans.
• Develop and review detailed design documentation, including schematics and technical specs.
• Plan, organize, and oversee SCADA projects from concept to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Supervise a team of SCADA engineers and technicians, providing guidance and feedback.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment for growth.
• Stay current with advancements in SCADA technology and railway standards.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and methodologies for SCADA.
• Develop and implement testing procedures to verify functionality, reliability, and security.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors to procure hardware/software and negotiate contracts.
• Maintain documentation of SCADA designs, configurations, and project records.
• Prepare progress reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Develop and implement emergency response protocols for SCADA systems.

Skills

SCADA systems

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

SCADA software

SCADA protocols

Railway hardware

Job description

Osiris Recruitment seeks a Railway SCADA Design Manager to lead the design and implementation of SCADA systems for railway operations. You will head a team of engineers and technicians, shaping system architecture, requirements, and safety-compliant solutions.

The role blends technical design, project management, and stakeholder coordination, with a hybrid work model and opportunities for international travel.