Scada Engineer

Unity Partners on behalf of our Offshore & Energy partner

We are currently seeking a technically adept and collaborative SCADA Specialist to support the development and integration of control systems in complex offshore energy projects. You will play a vital role in ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient monitoring and control of systems on offshore platforms - from wind farms and hydrogen units to high-voltage substations.

Key Responsibilities

As a SCADA Specialist, you will:

• Design, configure, and implement SCADA systems for offshore energy installations
• Integrate SCADA with subsystems including HVAC, fire & gas detection, switchgear, and safety systems
• Define system architecture and interface requirements for seamless communication between subsystems and the SCADA platform
• Collaborate with automation, electrical, instrumentation, and telecom engineers to deliver integrated control solutions
• Review and validate I/O lists, control philosophies, and functional design specifications
• Ensure cybersecurity compliance, data integrity, and remote access protocols in line with offshore industry standards
• Support FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), commissioning, and on-site troubleshooting activities
• Act as a technical point of contact for clients, suppliers, and certification bodies during project execution

Your Profile

You are passionate about control and monitoring systems and bring deep technical insight into SCADA integration within an offshore project environment. Specifically, you have:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• At least 3-5 years of experience with SCADA systems in offshore, maritime, energy, or infrastructure projects
• Hands-on experience with platforms such as Siemens WinCC, ABB 800xA, Schneider, or equivalent
• Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., OPC, Modbus, IEC 61850, DNP3)
• Understanding of network topologies, system cybersecurity, and industrial automation architecture
• Strong documentation skills and ability to translate technical requirements into practical system designs
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written

Organization & Offer

Our partner offers a chance to work on high-impact projects within the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors, delivering significant societal benefits. The environment is professional yet welcoming, with a team-oriented culture enhanced by various social events such as international sports championships, themed New Year celebrations, and casual summer barbecues.

You will benefit from flexible employment terms, allowing a choice between a higher salary or additional holidays. The comprehensive benefits package includes 31 days of annual leave, annual bonuses, profit sharing, a flexible pension scheme, travel allowances, and a work-from-home stipend. Extensive professional development opportunities are available to further enhance your skills.

INTERESTED?

For more information or to apply directly, please contact Christian Steenkamp at (0) or via email at