OT SCADA Engineer

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We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife. Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career. Ready to make a splash? Join our team today. OT SCADA Engineer We are seeking an experienced OT SCADA Engineer to support the safe, secure and efficient operation of critical operational assets. This is a highly technical, hands-on role focused on the design, configuration, delivery and ongoing support of SCADA, PLC, telemetry and wider Operational Technology (OT) systems that underpin essential operational services. Working across the full SCADA lifecycle, you will play a key role in system design, commissioning, fault diagnosis, optimisation and continuous improvement. You will ensure OT systems are robust, resilient and consistently available, complying with regulatory, health & safety and cyber-security requirements, while aligning with established OT standards and governance. Key Responsibilities Design, configure, commission and support SCADA systems , including alarms, data handling, trending, archiving and visualisation across both new and legacy platforms. Integrate PLCs, RTUs and field instrumentation with SCADA systems using standard industrial protocols (e.g. Modbus, OPC, Ethernet/IP). Configure, commission and support telemetry and point-to-point communications , including radio, cellular and satellite solutions for remote and unmanned sites. Deliver high-quality HMI configuration and commissioning , ensuring consistency with standards and effective operator interaction. Design, configure and support OT network infrastructure (Ethernet, serial, fieldbus), undertaking fault diagnostics using industry-recognised tools. Support SCADA platform and server infrastructure across Windows and Linux environments, including system build, configuration, hardening and lifecycle support. Deliver OT projects in line with scope, timescales, budgets and change governance. Provide reactive operational support , including fault diagnosis, root cause analysis and follow-up actions, and take part in a 24 x 7 x 365 standby rota (role-dependent). Apply OT technical standards, cyber-security controls and health & safety requirements consistently, contributing to continuous improvement and best practice. Design, develop and commission PLC software for new assets , and provide expert fault-finding support to frontline operational teams (role-dependent). Essential Experience Experience working in operational or industrial technology environments within a medium to large organisation. Demonstrable experience across multiple OT disciplines, including: SCADA system configuration and support PLC diagnostics and code modification Telemetry and RTU configuration Industrial communications and OT networking Experience providing reactive support in live operational environments , including participation in standby or on-call arrangements. Experience contributing to OT project delivery, including documentation, testing, commissioning and handover. Experience applying technical standards, change governance and cyber-security principles in regulated or critical operational environments. Practical understanding of clean water and wastewater treatment processes sufficient to support monitoring, control and fault resolution. Essential Qualifications Minimum 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Mathematics, English and a Science subject. Relevant industrial control, automation or engineering qualification (ONC/HNC or equivalent). Relevant SCADA, PLC or industrial automation training . Full UK driving licence . Ability to successfully obtain UK Government Security Clearance (SC) . Desirable Qualifications Industrial control or automation apprenticeship, or equivalent industry experience. Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 ). Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline. Vendor-specific or specialist training in SCADA, PLCs, telemetry, networking or cyber security. Ready to make a difference? Join us as our OT SCADA Engineer a nd help create a workplace where people thrive. We believe in rewarding our people for their hard work and dedication. As our OT SCADA Engineer, you'll enjoy: Competitive Salary - Based on experience and skills Annual Bonus Scheme - Recognising company performance Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for your future Flexible Working Options - We value work-life balance and offer flexible hours and hybrid working where possible Healthcare Benefits - Access to employee assistance programs Employee Discounts - On various products and services Annual Leave - Take time to recharge with our holiday entitlement Closing Date: Monday 11th May 2026 We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process. Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness. Our core values, which are essential to our success, are: Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on. Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way. Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge. In Short Industry Energy, Environmental & Agriculture Founded 1989 Location Exeter Company size 1000 - 4999 What we do At South West Water, we’re responsible for
providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater
services to the beautiful South West area in a sustainable way. For us, success
is in the smiles of over 1.7 million customers. And it’s all down to our
people. Working here means immersing yourself in the knowledge and fresh
thinking that flows into every corner of our business. Our scale, scope and
ambition gives everyone the chance to make their own career path, in a way that
builds a better future for the South West. And you can count on our support to
get there. Ready to dive into a career where you can make a difference? #JustAddWater South West Water is part of the Pennon group – a FTSE 250 listed company
and one of the leading businesses in the UK water sector. The Pennon Group provides clean water and wastewater services across the
Great South West, serving a population of c.3.5 million across nine counties
and c.380,000 business customers across the UK. Our mission, purpose and values Our mission is to support the lives of people and the places they love
for generations to come by bringing water to life. And our purpose isn’t just
what we believe in, it’s what we do every day. Continuing to ensure we’re doing
the right thing for our customers and stakeholders, delivering fresh clean
drinking water, protecting the environment and continuing to innovate will help
us look after the South West now and into the future. We know that it’s not only what we do, but how we do it that’s really
important for our customers, colleagues, communities and the environment.
That’s why we’re focused on living our values, every day. Our commitment to Net Zero We have ambitious plans to transform how we produce and use energy. Our
mission? To bust our operational carbon emissions and hit Net Zero by 2030. For
us, that means cutting up to 100,000 tonnes in carbon emissions. From increasing our energy efficiency programme to decarbonising our
fleet, purchasing 100% renewable electricity to planting 250,000 trees by 2025,
we’re focused on how we create and use energy in the most efficient way – and
how we can innovatively use our local environment to reverse carbon emissions
for decades to come. Supporting our community Amazing things happen when you #JustAddWater. As well as providing safe
and clean water to 1.7 million customers, we’ve made it our mission to support
the lives of people and the places they love for future generations. From
championing innovative partnerships with wildlife charities to reducing
pollution, we take our guardianship of the natural world very seriously. Through our community initiatives we support local projects that matter
most to our customers. Our community funds support the wellbeing of people,
improve and protect our local environment, and champion new and innovative
water-saving projects across the South West. We also support the communities we
serve with our Give an Hour employee volunteering scheme. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We know that building a diverse,
progressive workforce is key to our future success. So we’re constantly looking
at new ways to integrate ED&I into everything we do. Our employee networks
help influence the direction of our business – and they’ve got big ambitions.
Becoming more open, inclusive and diverse is critical to our growth. After all,
bringing out the best in each other means we can make a bigger, more
sustainable impact on the South West. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and
are taking action to improve how we recruit, retain, and develop disabled
people. As a member of the 30% Club, we’re committed to increasing gender
diversity in our boardrooms and across our business. We’re also helping
transform the horizons and prospects of young black people by supporting the
10,000 Black Interns initiative. Similar Ot Scada Engineer Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Field Service Engineer (Air Compressors) Osprey Engineering Solutions Limited Saltash (PL12) From £40,000 to £45,000 per annum plus commission (OTE £60k+) 3 days ago Senior LEV Engineer / Compliance Coordinator Verto People Dunwear, Bridgwater (TA6), TA6 5HB £45000 - £55000 per annum 1 month ago Operational Technology (OT) Engineer South West Water Bodmin (PL30) £46,826 - £51,797 1 day ago Civil Design Engineer ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD Exeter (EX1) £30000 - £45000 per annum 3 weeks ago Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Zest Cornwall £50000 - £56000 per annum 1 day ago Electrical Craftsperson South West Water Barnstaple (EX31), EX31 1LG £37,389 - £44,307 1 day ago Electrical Engineer Mott MacDonald Exeter, Devon Competitive 5 days ago Project Engineer - Automation & Controls Acorn by Synergie Bridgwater (TA5) Up to £45000 per annum + plus bonus 2 weeks ago Mechanical/Electrical Support Morson Edge Plymouth (PL1), PL1 £18.52 - 20.69 per hour + None 1 month ago Maintenance Engineering Supervisor Yolk Recruitment Limited Okehampton (EX20) £45000.00 - £46000.00 per annum 1 month ago SCADA Engineer jobs SCADA Engineer jobs in Exeter IT jobs IT jobs in Exeter Software Development jobs Software Development jobs in Exeter Jobs in Exeter Security Operations Center Analyst jobs Systems Engineer jobs Scada Systems Engineer jobs Control Engineer jobs Data Center Engineer jobs System Verification Engineer jobs Power Systems Engineer jobs Operations Engineer jobs Systems Engineering jobs Controls Engineer jobs Scada jobs PLC Engineer jobs Scada Test And Commissioning jobs Satellite Systems Engineer jobs Senior Controls Engineer jobs Operational Engineer jobs Get hired. Find success. Totaljobs Jobseekers Recruiters Download The Stepstone Group UK Ltd © 2026