Systems Integration Lead

VolkerWessels; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development

Job summary

VolkerWessels UK, via VolkerStevin, is seeking a Systems Integration Lead to spearhead ICA and systems integration across major Anglian Water projects. You will govern deliverables, collaborate with designers and suppliers, and ensure integrated control systems are delivered to the highest standards.

We value strong leadership, advanced knowledge of SCADA, cyber security in OT, and experience in regulated infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC or HND in Electrical, Control Systems, Automation, or related Engineering.
• At least five years' experience within Systems Integration, ICA, Commissioning or related management role.
• Strong knowledge of SCADA, telemetry, process control systems and industrial automation environments.
• Experience of Profibus, Fieldbus and fibre optic communication systems.
• Understanding of cyber security principles and their application within operational technology environments.
• Experience working within regulated utility, water, infrastructure or industrial sectors.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving capabilities.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead ICA and systems integration activities for large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Govern and coordinate instrumentation, control and automation across multiple projects.
• Collaborate with project teams, designers, suppliers and clients to deliver high standards.
• Ensure control systems are developed, tested and commissioned on time and to budget.

Skills

SCADA

Telemetry

Process control

Industrial automation

Cyber security basics

Stakeholder management

Planning & organization

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Effective communication

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Profibus

Fieldbus

Fibre optic

Job description

Systems Integration Lead

Date: 2026-09-16T00:51:00

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, GB, CB1 0

Application Deadline: 2026-10-15T03:27:42.447

Job Description

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.

We are looking for an experienced Systems Integration Lead to join our growing team supporting the delivery of major projects in the Anglian Water region.

This is a key technical leadership position, responsible for the successful delivery and governance of Instrumentation, Control and Automation (ICA) and Systems Integration activities across a portfolio of projects. You will work closely with project teams, designers, systems integrators, suppliers and the client to ensure integrated control systems are developed, procured, tested and commissioned to the highest standards.

About you

We are seeking a proactive and technically strong engineering professional who can lead systems integration activities across large-scale infrastructure projects while maintaining a focus on quality, safety and client satisfaction.

• A degree, HNC or HND in Electrical, Control Systems, Automation, or a related Engineering discipline.
• At least five years' experience within Systems Integration, ICA, Commissioning or a related management role.
• Strong knowledge of SCADA, telemetry, process control systems and industrial automation environments.
• Experience of Profibus, Fieldbus and fibre optic communication systems.
• Understanding of cyber security principles and their application within operational technology environments.
• Experience working within regulated utility, water, infrastructure or industrial sectors.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving capabilities.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities - comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance
• Flexible working opportunities programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries be directed.

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

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