Operational Technology​/Project Management Professionals; OT​/SCADA PLC

Become part of our society. Do you have an interest in using data and technology to drive improvements for our Critical National Infrastructure (CNI)?

Instrumentation, Control and Automation are at the heart of this matter. Sweco’s Operational Technology team is growing to meet the increasing demand in this sector, and we are looking for talented individuals from all industries to join us.

From climate adaptation and sustainability to Water, Electricity, Gas and digitalisation challenges, we adopt a systems‑thinking, adaptive planning and smart engineering approach to solve the key problems facing CNI utilities today and prepare them for the future.

To take on these challenges, we are looking for Control and Automation specialists at all levels with a passion and aptitude for this type of work who want to advance their career and move into consultancy.

You’ll be working for a top engineering consultancy with an inclusive, friendly, and flexible working environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow and develop. Sweco has accredited training schemes with several professional bodies that are part of our Training Academy.

No agencies please.

• A chance to work alongside UK leaders in CNI Operational Technology.
• Contribution to vital CNI projects.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A collaborative environment where fresh perspectives can lead to breakthrough solutions.
• Opportunities to learn our award‑winning techniques and methods.

• Operational Technology Technical Lead
• SCADA Field Engineers
• ICA Engineers
• Project Co‑ordinators (OT)
• Assistant Project Managers (OT)
• Project Managers (OT)
• Telemetry Engineers
• Configuration Engineers
• Team Managers
• Individuals with a passion for innovation and sustainability.
• Professionals eager to apply and develop their skills in the delivery of Instrumentation Control and Automation (ICA) activities including PLC, HMI, SCADA, Telemetry, IoT, ML/AI, Edge analytics, control technologies, Cyber Security and Data Networks.
• Problem‑solvers who are eager to learn and adapt to challenges in Water, Electricity and Gas industries.
• Team players who can collaborate with diverse groups to achieve common goals.

• Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks Policy)
• Competitive pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• Payment of two relevant professional subscriptions
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year)
• Cycle2
  
  Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing, mental health, financial and work advice)
• Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit Select (Faircare)
• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme
• We plant a tree for all new starters!

We strive to create a friendly and inclusive culture that respects the contribution individuals bring to Sweco. We aim to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone.

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.

We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant to ensure those who serve or have served, and their families, are treated fairly.

We are an accredited Real Living Wage Employer, reflecting our commitment to fair pay and support for all colleagues.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer, and we will interview applicants covered by the Equality Act 2010 who opt into the guaranteed interview scheme on the application form and meet the minimum criteria for the role.

If you’re an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or you are limited in your ability to use the online application system, please contact  for assistance. We will need the following information:
Name, best method of contact (Phone or email), position title, requisition/vacancy number.