Senior Systems Engineer (SI)

BGEN Ltd; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Death in Service benefit

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays extra days

Paid overtime opportunities

My Rewards discounts

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Recommend a Friend Scheme

Structured training and mentoring

Professional registration support

Job summary

BGEN Ltd, part of M Group Water, is seeking a skilled engineer to design, implement, and optimise PLC, HMI and SCADA solutions for water and wastewater assets across Scotland. You will produce design documentation, configure systems with Siemens/Rockwell tech, and uphold QA standards from design through commissioning.

The role involves site travel to client locations, collaboration with project teams, and ongoing professional development within a growing engineering organisation.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret client specs and apply standards to engineering solutions.
• Knowledge of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems including software development and commissioning.
• Understanding QA processes and delivering work right first time.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions for water and wastewater assets.
• Produce FDS, hardware designs, I/O docs, test docs, and operation manuals.
• Configure and programme control systems using Siemens and Rockwell platforms.
• Support QA by ensuring compliance with procedures and standards.
• Participate in design reviews, audits, and lessons-learned to improve processes.
• Provide technical support and optimise existing control systems for reliability.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to the project team's reputation.

Skills

PLC/SCADA knowledge

HMI development

QA processes

Client liaison

Travel willingness

Industrial networks

Cyber security basics

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell

Job description

• Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.
• Where you’ll be working?
• Across Scotland's Central Belt

This role will join BGEN, a company within M Group, one of the UK's largest multidisciplinary design and build contractors with over 100 years of industry experience. We support clients across the water, power & energy, pharmaceutical, nuclear, and food & beverage sectors, delivering innovative, value-added solutions that improve performance, reliability, and sustainability.

Combining industry-leading expertise with a collaborative approach, we help our clients overcome complex engineering challenges through the design, delivery, and support of next-generation automation, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that make a real difference while developing your career in a dynamic and growing organisation.

What will you be doing?

• Design, develop, and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions for water and wastewater treatment assets.
• Produce technical documentation, including Functional Design Specifications (FDS), System Hardware Designs including I/O documentation, test documentation, and operation manuals.
• Configure and programme control systems using industry-leading automation platforms, including Siemens and Rockwell technologies.
• Support Quality Assurance (QA) processes by ensuring all work complies with company procedures, client standards, regulatory requirements, and engineering best practices.
• Participate in design reviews, audits, and lessons-learned workshops, contributing to continuous improvement across engineering and project delivery teams.
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and optimisation of existing control systems to improve operational performance, reliability, and asset life.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing trusted technical expertise and contributing to M Group Water's reputation for excellence.

What you’ll bring?

• The ability to interpret and apply client specifications, technical standards, and user requirements to develop practical and compliant engineering solutions.
• Knowledge of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, including software development, testing, and commissioning activities.
• An understanding of Quality Assurance (QA) processes, documentation standards, and the importance of delivering work right first time.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities that add value for clients and the business.
• A commitment to health, safety, quality, and cyber security best practices.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites across Scotland as required.
• Understanding of industrial communications networks and protocols, such as Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus.
• Familiarity with cyber security principles relating to Operational Technology (OT) environments would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach to problem solving, continuous improvement, and professional development.

What's in it for you?

At M Group Water, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance.

Our benefits include:

• Death in Service benefit for added peace of mind
• Private healthcare for you
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• The opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave each year
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Access to My Rewards, offering discounts across a wide range of high street and online retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing confidential support and advice for you and your family
• Recommend a Friend Scheme, rewarding you for introducing talented people to our business
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities within a growing and forward-thinking engineering organisation
• Support towards professional registration and industry accreditation.
• Access to structured training and mentoring from experienced Controls and Systems Integration Engineers.

Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that help safeguard water resources, protect the environment, and support communities across Scotland and the wider UK. Whether you're developing innovative control systems, commissioning new infrastructure, or driving quality improvements, you'll be part of a team making a real difference.

About Us

At M Group, we want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting talented and diverse individuals who are passionate about making a difference. We believe that our success is built on the skills, experience, and dedication of our people, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We are proud to be recognised as one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting Armed Forces veterans, reflecting our commitment to supporting people from all backgrounds. Through our ENABLE inclusion networks, colleagues with shared interests and experiences come together to help foster a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves.

Our culture is shaped by our core values:

• We are Responsible - We go further for our people, clients, communities, and the planet.
• We are Open - We embrace new ideas and continually seek better ways to exceed expectations.
• We are Together - We work as one team, recognising that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
• We are Ambitious - We embrace opportunities and strive to lead the delivery of essential infrastructure services for life.

Whether you're joining us as a graduate, apprentice, trainee, or experienced professional, you'll have access to industry‑recognised training, development programmes, mentoring, and career progression opportunities that will support your growth and help you achieve your full potential.

Join a team that is shaping the future of water infrastructure across Scotland. Working on innovative automation, control, and digital transformation projects, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills, contribute to industry‑leading solutions, and build a rewarding career with a business that invests in its people and their success.

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