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Contract

SCADA Commissioning Engineer

Gearing Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Brighton
money-bag £500 - £550/day Outside IR35
Posted: 22 June 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 22 July 2026
Ref: 225277396

SCADA & Systems Integration Commissioning Engineer

Location: West Sussex (Hybrid Site-Based Role)
Contract: Freelance / Outside IR35 (TBC)
Duration: Up to 2 Years
Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking an experienced SCADA & Systems Integration Commissioning Engineer to support the delivery of major infrastructure and process engineering projects within the UK water sector.

This is a long-term contract opportunity working on the commissioning, integration and upgrade of critical operational technology systems, including PLC replacement programmes, SCADA upgrades, telemetry systems and communications networks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support SCADA, telemetry and systems integration commissioning activities.

  • Deliver PLC migration and replacement projects from commissioning through to handover.

  • Develop commissioning plans, procedures and testing documentation.

  • Coordinate FAT, SAT, dry testing and wet commissioning activities.

  • Ensure successful integration of new systems with existing operational assets.

  • Work closely with project delivery, MEICA and commissioning teams to achieve programme milestones.

  • Support defect resolution, snagging activities and project takeover requirements.

  • Maintain commissioning records, documentation and compliance requirements.

  • Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety and quality throughout project delivery.

Essential Experience

  • Minimum 5 years'' experience delivering commissioning activities within the UK water industry.

  • Strong background in SCADA, telemetry and systems integration.

  • Proven experience delivering PLC replacement and migration projects.

  • Experience of FAT, SAT, dry testing and wet commissioning.

  • Ability to interface with operational and project stakeholders.

  • Strong understanding of water industry processes and standards.

  • Excellent documentation and reporting skills.

Technical Requirements

Experience with some or all of the following:

  • Allen Bradley CompactLogix

  • Allen Bradley ControlLogix

Qualifications

  • CSCS or ECS Card

  • EUSR Water Hygiene (preferred)

  • SSSTS minimum

  • SMSTS advantageous

What''s on Offer

  • Immediate start

  • Long-term programme of works

  • Up to 2 years'' contract duration

  • Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects

  • Competitive day rate

If you have experience commissioning SCADA, telemetry and PLC systems within the water sector and are available for an immediate start, we''d like to hear from you.

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