Operational IT Engineer

Operational IT Engineer - Hull (24) Kingston Upon Hull, England

Salary: GBP
35000 - GBP
37800 per annum

Operational IT Engineer – £35,000/£37,800 per annum – Hull

Principal IT are seeking an Operational Technology Engineer to join a growing Group OT team within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment. This is a development‑focused opportunity, ideal for someone looking to build a career in OT, industrial systems, and production technology.

Working closely with the OT Lead, you will provide hands‑on support across factory sites, ensuring operational systems remain reliable, secure, and aligned with business needs. This role offers excellent exposure to industrial infrastructure, automation interfaces, and real‑world engineering environments.

• Support the monitoring and maintenance of OT systems to ensure high availability and performance across production environments
• Assist with routine system health checks, identifying and escalating issues where appropriate
• Provide first‑line support for OT‑related incidents and service requests
• Troubleshoot hardware and infrastructure issues, including industrial PCs, network switches, and factory‑connected devices
• Assist with system patching, updates, and maintenance activities under guidance
• Support installation, configuration, and replacement of OT hardware and software
• Participate in OT‑related projects such as system upgrades, rollouts, and integration tasks
• Work alongside third‑party vendors during maintenance and installation activities
• Maintain accurate documentation including asset inventories, network diagrams, and patch records
• Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery testing activities
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, and production teams to ensure operational alignment
• Develop knowledge of OT systems, cybersecurity practices, and industrial technologies

• Strong interest in Operational Technology, industrial systems, or IT infrastructure
• Understanding of IT principles (through education, work experience, or self‑study)
• Hands‑on interest in hardware such as PCs, networking equipment, or industrial devices
• Cloud platforms
  :
  Microsoft 365, Azure, sometimes AWS
• Networking basics
  : DNS, DHCP, VPNs
• Active Directory / identity management
• Virtualization
  : VMware or Hyper‑V
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites

• Structured training and development within Operational Technology
• Exposure to industrial systems, automation, and production environments
• Opportunity to progress within a growing OT function

• If successful our client is offering a salary between £35,000 - £37,800 per annum, favorable holiday allowance, company contributed pension scheme, development opportunities, plus many more.