Senior Controls Systems Engineer - OT & Safety (IEC 61511)

National Grid plc; Peterhead; On-site; GBP 53,000 - GBP 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An energy provider in Peterhead is looking for a Controls System Engineer to oversee the design and maintenance of control systems. The role ensures compliance with regulations and involves hands-on experience in delivering control system modifications. Candidates should have an HNC in a relevant engineering discipline and strong experience with DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems in a safety-critical environment. A competitive salary and benefits, including a bonus and pension scheme, are offered.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 6%

26 days holiday plus statutory holidays

Double-match pension scheme

Flexible benefit scheme including healthcare

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Minimum of HNC in Control & Instrumentation, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or Automation.
• Proven experience in safety-critical control systems.
• Hands-on experience with FAT/SAT and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with IEC 61511 standards.
• Develop and maintain control system guidelines.
• Oversee software changes and maintain comprehensive logs.

Skills

Experience with DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems

Knowledge of IEC 61511

Hands-on control system changes experience

Strong documentation skills

Risk assessment proficiency

Education

HNC or equivalent in Control & Instrumentation or Engineering

Job description

An energy provider in Peterhead is looking for a Controls System Engineer to oversee the design and maintenance of control systems. The role ensures compliance with regulations and involves hands-on experience in delivering control system modifications. Candidates should have an HNC in a relevant engineering discipline and strong experience with DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems in a safety-critical environment. A competitive salary and benefits, including a bonus and pension scheme, are offered.