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)

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.

• 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

• 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

• Previous experience within the Defence sector
• Familiarity with secure systems or safety-critical environments

• 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