Control Systems Engineer

Job Title: Control Systems Engineer (SCADA Focus)

Sector: Defence

Location: Southwest London

Contract Type: Contract (6 months initial, likely extension)

Rate: £400 per day (negotiable depending on experience)

Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineer with a strong SCADA background to join a leading organisation within the Defence sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work on critical systems in a highly secure and technically challenging environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain SCADA systems for defence-related projects

Work with Siemens control systems, particularly WinCC OA (ETM)

Develop and implement software solutions using C# and/or C++

Support system integration, testing, and commissioning activities

Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver robust solutions

Troubleshoot and optimise system performance

Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience working with WinCC OA (ETM / Siemens)

Strong programming skills in C# and/or C++

Experience in control systems engineering within regulated or high-security environments

Solid understanding of SCADA architectures and industrial control systems

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

Previous experience within the Defence sector

Familiarity with secure systems or safety-critical environments

Additional Information

Candidates may be required to undergo security clearance (SC)

Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience

Strong likelihood of contract extension beyond the initial 6 months