SCADA Engineer (Hybrid)

MCS Group is delighted to be recruiting a SCADA Engineer for our client based in Belfast. This role offers you the chance to be part of a team powering Northern Ireland's energy future.

As a SCADA Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable operation of the electricity transmission system…..keeping homes, businesses and essential services running every day.

Working at the heart of real-time grid operations, you will maintain and enhance SCADA and Energy Management Systems (EMS), supporting control centre activities and contributing to projects that modernise the energy network. This is a role with real impact, both now and for the transition to a more sustainable energy system.

The role:

• Maintain, configure and troubleshoot SCADA/EMS and associated telemetry systems
• Ensure real-time data is accurate, reliable and continuously available
• Investigate faults, resolve incidents and support major system restorations
• Support commissioning of new assets, including substations and generators
• Manage system updates, testing and change processes
• Contribute to system upgrades and wider operational technology (OT) projects
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure secure data integration
• Maintain documentation, system models and compliance with regulatory and cybersecurity standards
• Participate in standby and out-of-hours support (24/7 environment)

The successful candidate:

• HNC / Level 4+ in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, IT, Computer Systems or similar
• Hands-on experience with SCADA, EMS, telemetry or operational technology systems
• Understanding of SCADA communication protocols (e.g. IEC 60870-5-101/104, DNP3, ICCP)
• Experience diagnosing and resolving real-time technical issues
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach
• Clear communication skills and attention to documentation
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel across Northern Ireland
• Flexibility for standby and out-of-hours work

Why Apply?

• Be part of a mission-critical industry driving decarbonisation
• Competitive salary, bonus, private medical and pension
• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 from home)
• Generous leave, wellbeing support and family-friendly policies
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Inclusive, supportive and forward-thinking work environment

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Kirsty Dillon Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 028 9693 5510

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