Senior Systems Engineer-SCADA

About the role

The (Senior) Systems Engineer will be responsible for delivering high‑quality process control system solutions to our customers. This hands‑on role covers the full project lifecycle of SCADA and process control systems, including requirements gathering, system design and documentation, configuration, testing, commissioning, and customer training.

We welcome applications from both experienced professionals and developing engineers, with the level of responsibility tailored to the candidate's expertise.

• Liaise with customers to define and clarify system requirements
• Develop detailed automation system designs, including enclosures, networking, instrumentation, and supervisory systems
• Prepare Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and Test Specifications
• Manage procurement of project equipment
• Develop and implement control and SCADA application software
• Conduct system integration and factory acceptance testing
• Provide on‑site commissioning support
• Deliver technical and pre‑sales support as required
• Collaborate effectively within project teams to ensure successful delivery against agreed objectives
• Interface with Technical Support and Field Service Engineers, providing project updates and follow‑up actions
• Conduct customer site visits for system start‑up, commissioning, emergency restoration, training, and technical support

• Proven experience in the implementation of control systems and delivery of related engineering services
• Degree in Control & Systems Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• Hands‑on experience with SCADA systems, ideally Aveva System Platform
• Strong background in Functional Design Specifications (FDS), Test Specifications, and application engineering
• Commercial awareness combined with a solid technical mindset
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Strong analytical thinking and project planning capabilities
• Willingness to travel as required
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom

Join Watlow to design and deliver advanced SCADA and automation solutions that power critical industrial processes worldwide, with the stability of full‑time employment (37.5 hours per week).

Join Watlow in Europe and help create innovative industrial thermal solutions as part of international, cross‑functional teams supporting diverse applications worldwide.

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.