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SCADA Architect / Senior SCADA Engineer 12-Month Contract | UK Based | Competitive Day Rate We are seeking an experienced SCADA Architect or Senior SCADA Engineer to support a major energy and utilities programme focused on the modernisation and optimisation of operational technology, network management and smart grid infrastructure. This role will play a key part in the design, integration and enhancement of SCADA, ADMS, EMS and DERMS platforms supporting electricity distribution, transmission and renewable energy operations. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop and support enterprise-scale SCADA architectures and solutions., • Lead the integration of SCADA platforms with ADMS, EMS and DERMS environments., • Deliver real-time telemetry, monitoring and control capabilities across operational networks., • Support Distribution Management Systems (DMS) and Network Management Systems (NMS) initiatives., • Define and implement OT communications strategies, including RTU and substation integrations., • Collaborate with operational, engineering and technology teams to improve network visibility and resilience., • Support smart grid, renewable integration and grid modernisation programmes., • Provide technical leadership across SCADA and OT workstreams., • Ensure compliance with industry standards, cyber security requirements and best practices. Essential Experience • Proven experience as a SCADA Architect, Lead SCADA Engineer or Senior SCADA Engineer., • Strong background working within energy, utilities, electricity transmission or distribution environments., • Hands-on experience with one or more:, • ADMS (Advanced Distribution Management Systems), • EMS (Energy Management Systems), • DERMS (Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems), • Strong understanding of Distribution Management Systems (DMS)., • Experience delivering telemetry and remote monitoring solutions., • Knowledge of OT environments and industrial control systems., • Experience integrating RTUs, substations and field devices., • Familiarity with industry protocols including:, • IEC 61850, • IEC 60870-5-101/104, • DNP3, • OPC, • Understanding of network control centre operations and smart grid technologies. Desirable Experience • Renewable energy integration projects., • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)., • Distributed energy resources and flexibility markets., • OT cyber security programmes., • Experience with platforms such as Siemens Spectrum Power, Schneider Electric ADMS, GE PowerOn, OSI Monarch, Hitachi Energy Network Manager or ABB Network Manager. Contract Details / OR Perm is fine • 12-Month Initial Contract, • Competitive Day Rate, • Hybrid Working, • UK-Based Assignment, • Immediate Interviews Available This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile energy transformation programme delivering next-generation operational technology and network management capabilities across critical infrastructure environments. • Seniority Level Mid-Senior level • Industry, • Staffing and Recruiting, • Employment Type Contract • Job Functions, • Information Technology, • Skills, • Smart Grid, • Communication, • Easily Adaptable, • SCADA, • Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE), • Industrial Control, • Management, • OSI Model, • General Electric, • Remote Terminal Unit JBRP1_UKTJ