Control Systems & SCADA Engineer
Matchtech · England
Control Systems & SCADA Engineer at Matchtech, based in England, paying £62 per day. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- £62 per day
- Location
- England
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Closes
- 21 Dec 2026
- Sector
- Security
Reference 610615
About the role
Our client is seeking a Control Systems and SCADA Engineer to support an important nuclear-sector project. This contract role is suited to an experienced EC&I engineer with strong SCADA software, PLC programming and ladder logic skills. The position is predominantly home-based, with occasional travel to France and an immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing, configuring and programming control systems and SCADA applications
- Writing and modifying PLC programmes using ladder logic software
- Supporting EC&I activities across a technically complex nuclear project
- Testing, troubleshooting and resolving control system and PLC issues
- Collaborating with engineering and project teams to deliver reliable automation solutions
- Providing technical input during project delivery and system integration activities
- Attending occasional project meetings or site activities in France, where required
Job Requirements:
- Active UK Security Check (SC) clearance is essential
- Knowledge of AWE projects or previously worked at AWE
- Experience in control systems, SCADA and EC&I engineering
- Strong PLC programming skills, including ladder logic software
- Understanding of industrial automation, instrumentation and electrical control systems
- Experience in nuclear, defence or another highly regulated engineering environment
- Ability to troubleshoot complex control system issues and work independently
- Willingness to travel to France occasionally, potentially around once per month
Contract Details:
- Six-month contract with potential for extension
- Predominantly home-based working arrangement
- Full-time commitment of 40 hours per week
- Occasional travel to France may be required
- Immediate start available
If you are an SC-cleared Control Systems and SCADA Engineer with PLC programming experience, apply now to support this significant nuclear-sector project.
Reference: 610615 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 21 Dec 2026 · Listed via Matchtech
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