Job Description

PSA Engineer (SCADA) - 6 months initially - Inside IR35 - Hybrid in Edinburgh

Hamilton Barnes are looking for an experienced, hands-on PSA Engineer - SCADA (Reliance) to join our client's team on an initial six-month contract with one of the UK's leading electric utilities. In this hybrid role (two days per week on-site in Edinburgh), you'll lead advanced Power Systems Application software development and delivery, working with ISOs/TSOs to author functional specs, design, code, test, integrate and tune(XA21 EMS/SCADA (or equivalent Siemens, OSI, ABB, Schneider platforms), and drive data modelling, system commissioning and operational handover.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the full life cycle of Power Systems Application software - gathering functional specs, designing, coding, testing, integrating, tuning, and deploying Reliance/SCADA modules.
• Work closely with Electric Utilities, ISOs and TSOs to translate operational needs into clear, actionable software requirements.
• Author and review detailed functional software specifications, ensuring alignment with project/product commitments.
• Integrate SCADA/EMS components with existing transmission control systems and optimize performance in live environments.
• Oversee deployment activities, configuring, commissioning and validating GE Reliance (XA21) or equivalent SCADA/EMS platforms.

What You Will Ideally Bring:

• Proven track record delivering Electric Transmission EMS/SCADA projects.
• Deep understanding of SCADA data flows, Distribution Management and Transmission Management Systems.
• Strong ability to design and manage data schemas for Real Time and historical power system datasets.
• Experience creating test plans and executing manual and automated test cases in an EMS/SCADA context.
• Solid grasp of SCADA communication protocols (DNP3, ICCP, Modbus) and network architectures.

Contract Details:

• Duration: 6 months (View for Extension)
• Day Rate: Up to £500 per day (Inside IR35)
• Location: Hybrid 2x a week in Edinburgh
• Start Date: ASAP

PSA Engineer (SCADA) - 6 months initially - Inside IR35 - Hybrid in Edinburgh