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Lead Controls Systems Software Engineer

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Lead Software Engineer (Control Systems)
Location: Stone, Staffordshire
Type: Permanent
Salary: Market related

Our client, a leading organisation specialising in operational technology and digital transformation within the energy sector, is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer (Control Systems) to join their team. Working in highly regulated industrial environments, the role focuses on software design, development, and implementation for control systems within energy Transmission and Distribution.

Role Overview:
You will lead software projects related to SCADA and RTU-based Substation Control Systems, overseeing the full project lifecycle from design through to delivery and testing. This role requires proven experience in control automation and software development, along with team leadership skills. Knowledge of Gateways, Bay Controllers, and RTUs is beneficial but not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design, development, and delivery of software for Substation Control Systems.

Produce and review Function Design Specifications, System and Detailed Design Specifications, and Test Specifications.

Manage and perform internal and customer Factory Acceptance Tests.

Provide technical leadership across projects and mentor junior team members.

Collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success and adherence to QA standards.

Travel and work offsite as required.

Essential Experience:

Minimum 5 years’ experience in control systems software engineering, with advanced SCADA configuration skills in at least one of: COPA-DATA Zenon, Siemens PCS7 OS, Siemens WinCC, Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE, Codra Panorama, or ArchestrA System Platform.

Experience writing technical specifications and leading acceptance testing.

Experience in project or technical team leadership.

Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Experience:

Programming in IEC61131 languages: ladder logic, function block diagram, sequential function chart, structured text.

Experience with Gateways, Bay Controllers, RTUs (e.g., GE C264, SEL RTAC/AXION, GE Multilin).

Knowledge of Siemens PCS7 Automation Stations, TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider EcoStruxure.

Familiarity with communication protocols such as Profibus, Modbus, IEC 60870, IEC 61850, DNP3.

Experience with virtualisation (VMWare/HyperV), Windows Server, and network/firewall configuration.

Understanding of network architectures (RSTP, PRP, HSR) and software-defined networks.

Experience with simulation tools (SIMIT, PICS, WinMOD) and renewable energy control systems.

Site commissioning experience and legacy PLC programming knowledge.

Experience delivering safety and cybersecurity compliant systems (IEC 61508/61511/62443).

Benefits:

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Life assurance policy

Private health care

Salary sacrifice programme

Mental health assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Green car scheme

Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company

Professional memberships fees covered/study support

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