Description This role will report to the Lead Engineer (Systems) for designated activities involving system design, development, commissioning and technical support. This will include liaison with clients, manufacturers, internal production and engineering teams where necessary. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced PLC, Electrical, and SCADA Engineer to join our team. You will be responsible for the Engineering, design, development, implementation, and maintenance of PLC, electrical, and SCADA systems, ensuring efficient and reliable operations. The cope of the role will include but not be limited to: Design, develop, and implementing of SCADA systems for substation automation projects. Integrating of SCADA systems with existing substation infrastructure and equipment. Develop and execute test plans to ensure SCADA system functionality. Interpreting client specifications to develop project functional design specifications, software design specifications, test specification and drawings in accordance with both the project documentation requirements and Powell UK standard procedures. Generate and maintain detailed technical documents such as Functional Design Specification, FAT and SAT procedures as required during the course of project development. Develop, test, and debug PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) code using ladder logic, structured text, and other relevant languages for substation automation projects for data acquisition from Switchgear IEDs/Relays and programming of simple breaker controls and interlocks. Participate with team members in design reviews. Configuration of different PLCs/ RTUs for data acquisition for SCADA system over different communication protocols like Modbus, IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104 Profibus/ Profinet and IEC61850 etc. Troubleshoot and resolve PLC-related issues, ensuring system stability and reliability. Be conversant with various software packages used throughout the Company, and when necessary, use them to good effect to carry out design related activities. Knowledge on implementing cyber security features for SCADA network and knowledge on configuring different network switches like Cisco, Hirschmann, Ruggedcom and Moxa etc. Having good understanding and development of SCADA architectures and design and engineering of PLC/SCADA panels. Ensure that company procedures and standards are adhered to. To keep up to date with the latest technology and review the manufacturing market for suitable equipment which will improve the companies’ solutions to client requirements. The safe and timely execution of Site Services contracts in the UK, Offshore and Overseas, including assisting in producing Health & Safety Work Method Statements & Risk Assessments. Ensure the timely completion of Site Work documentation (Site Reports, Site Work Time sheets, Site Work Expenses etc.) Competence Profile 3 years of experience in PLC programming, electrical systems, and SCADA systems. Strong knowledge of PLC programming languages (ladder logic, structured text, etc.). Experience on implementing and configuring the SCADA protocols like Modbus, DNP3, IEC61850, Profibus, Profinet Etc. Experience with SCADA software and hardware (e.g., Wonderware, Rockwell Automation, WinCC and Copa-data etc.). Familiarity with electrical codes and standards (e.g., IEC, NEC). Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proactive in approach, resilient under pressure, ability to maintain clarity and vision, and possesses a strong results orientation. Employment & Educational Background Ideally degree qualified or working towards degree qualifications or HNC in electrical engineering or a completed apprenticeship in Engineering Experience in Electrical engineering gained within a switchgear or related industry Strong experience of PLC Programming is essential to this role (Allen Bradley RS Logix 5000) Ideally knowledge and experience of the following: Industrial Protocols (IEC61850, Modbus RTU/TCP, DeviceNet, Profibus etc.) Network infrastructure and management techniques. MS SQL. InTouch / WinCC / FactoryTalk view Knowledge of 3 Phase power distribution and motors, Industrial power control and protection and Power Management Systems is desirable.