Senior SCADA & Microgrid Controls Engineer

nexos

Sheffield

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Nexos Group in Sheffield is seeking a Senior Control Systems & SCADA Engineer to design and integrate highly resilient automation and SCADA solutions for critical infrastructure projects, including microgrids, BESS, and renewables.

You will develop FDS and control philosophies, design high-availability PLC/SCADA using Beckhoff TwinCAT, integrate generators and energy assets, and deliver secure architectures using Modbus, IEC 61850, DNP3, OPC UA.

Qualifications

Degree qualified in Electrical, Automation, Control Systems, or Electronic Engineering.
7+ years' experience in industrial control systems engineering.
Strong expertise in PLC, SCADA, microgrid controls, and critical power applications.
Proven experience with Beckhoff platforms and industrial communications.
Knowledge of high-availability architectures, OT cybersecurity, and hybrid energy systems.

Responsibilities

Develop Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and control philosophies for advanced microgrid systems.
Design and program high-availability PLC and SCADA solutions, including Beckhoff TwinCAT platforms.
Integrate generators, renewable energy assets, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Deliver secure, interoperable control architectures using industrial protocols such as Modbus, IEC 61850, DNP3, and OPC UA.
Support the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through commissioning and handover.