Project Engineer – Defence Sector (PLC / SCADA / DCS)

• Design and develop high-quality, reliable products in line with industry standards for mission-critical defence applications.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver robust engineering solutions within tightly controlled project environments.
• Translate complex requirements into engineering designs, implement and rigorously test to ensure functionality and security.
• Manage integration, configuration, release, and deployment activities in accordance with project and industry regulations.
• Lead and participate in assurance and review activities to maintain project compliance and software quality.
• Provide mentoring and support to junior team members, promoting knowledge sharing and development.
• Contribute to and take ownership of documentation, configuration management, and formal release processes.

• Proven background in Instrumentation and Control Engineering or closely related field.
• Practical experience or strong knowledge of PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.).
• Familiarity or hands-on experience with SCADA systems.
• Understanding or experience working with Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Comfortable working in a secure, standards-compliant development environment.
• Capable of working both independently and within collaborative teams on complex software challenges.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail in documentation and reporting.

• This position requires UK citizenship from birth due to the nature of the programme.
• Candidates must be eligible for high-level security clearance – applications from individuals without this background cannot be considered.
• The role starts fully onsite for 3 months, then transitions to a hybrid model (subject to change).

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