13 Scada Engineer jobs in Ireland

Description

Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity for a Senior SCADA Engineer. You will play a pivotal role in delivering mission-critical automation solutions for power systems. You will lead the design, implementation, and commissioning of SCADA systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards of reliability, cybersecurity, and performance.

How you'll make an impact:

• Project Leadership: Lead SCADA engineering activities across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• System Design: Architect SCADA solutions, including RTUs, HMI, communication protocols, and integration with other grid automation systems.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, field engineers, and cybersecurity experts.
• Customer Engagement: Act as a technical point of contact for customers, supporting workshops, design reviews, and system acceptance testing.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure solutions comply with industry standards (IEC, NERC CIP, etc.) and Hitachi Energy's quality and safety protocols.
• Innovation & Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in SCADA engineering practices, tools, and methodologies.

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in SCADA systems design and implementation, preferably in the energy or utilities sector.
• Strong knowledge of communication protocols (IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, etc.).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity standards and practices in industrial control systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

What We Offer

• A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of energy.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Global career development and learning opportunities.

Location:

Remote - Leinster, Ireland

Job ID:

R

Date Posted:

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY IRELAND LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity for a Senior SCADA Engineer. You will play a pivotal role in delivering mission-critical automation solutions for power systems. You will lead the design, implementation, and commissioning of SCADA systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards of reliability, cybersecurity, and performance.

How you'll make an impact:

• Project Leadership: Lead SCADA engineering activities across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• System Design: Architect SCADA solutions, including RTUs, HMI, communication protocols, and integration with other grid automation systems.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, field engineers, and cybersecurity experts.
• Customer Engagement: Act as a technical point of contact for customers, supporting workshops, design reviews, and system acceptance testing.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure solutions comply with industry standards (IEC, NERC CIP, etc.) and Hitachi Energy's quality and safety protocols.
• Innovation & Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in SCADA engineering practices, tools, and methodologies.

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in SCADA systems design and implementation, preferably in the energy or utilities sector.
• Strong knowledge of communication protocols (IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, etc.).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity standards and practices in industrial control systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

What We Offer

• A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of energy.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Global career development and learning opportunities.

We are the people behind Ireland's electricity grid. We operate the power system with world leading levels of variable asynchronous renewable generation, ensuring that everyone has power when they need it. But that's not all, we are now transforming the power system for future generations.

And that's just the beginning of our story. We have a critical purpose. That purpose is to transform the power system to enable our society to reduce our carbon emissions and meet our climate change and net zero ambitions.

The Team
We're an IT intensive business, and we operate a state-of-the-art, specialised business-critical systems, 24/7. Central to this is EirGrid Group's Market Management System (MMS) which supports the Group's core wholesale electricity market operational function and is supporting the transition to renewable energy. The IT Operations team operates across all two operational sites in Dublin and Belfast and is responsible for the development and support of EirGrid Group's Core Energy Management System, Market Management System and other related applications. The function is supplemented by a suite of additional real-time supporting systems from wind forecast security assessment tools to complex scheduling applications and real-time unit dispatch.

The critical nature of the work we do, and the experience it offers, provides an exciting opportunity for a SCADA/Power System Application Specialist in the IT Operations team within the Chief Transformation, Technology & Offshore Office.

The Opportunity
In this position you will be part of a SCADA Operations team which supports the maintenance, accuracy and resiliency of the EMS and its underlying databases and network models. You will provide support to subject matter experts, in delivering business-as-usual activity in the modelling, validation and testing of new and upgraded transmission equipment in the EMS.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute subject matter expertise to strategic delivery programmes
• Act as point of escalation for major incidents
• Develop runbooks and operating procedures for embedding of new technologies and ways of working
• Support the BAU delivery of a rolling programme of work for the modelling, deployment and testing/ pre-commissioning of new plant in the EMS working closely within the SCADA Operations team.
• Support the SCADA Operations team with release management and testing of EMS databases and Grid Controller displays in the National Control Centre in Ireland, in collaboration with the team in Belfast.
• Support the broader Integregrated Single Electricity Market requirements for EMS including seamless provision of feeds and the provision of network models.
• Support decision support tools for National Control Centre.
• Support effective stakeholder management of both internal and external stakeholders (technical and non-technical) including key external vendors and internal service providers.
• Liaise on a cross-functional basis to support continuous improvement in information sharing, signal list quality and engineering standards.
• Participate in Disaster Recovery drills and contribute to EirGrid Group's Business Continuity Management process.
• Participating in oncall team when requisite knowledge acquired of EirGrid's IT Systems.

About You

• Relevant IT or engineering degree with a minimum of 6+ year direct relevant experience.
• Experience of working in a secure IT environment and working on critical infrastructure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Self-starter with the ability to operate with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective communicator, both in verbal and written communications to business and technical audiences.
• Experience working with MS Office tools (including Excel skills, MS Project and Visio or equivalent).

Closing date for applications
31/10/2025

We're dedicated to diversity and inclusion at Eirgrid. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and the importance of a supportive culture for all our people to achieve their potential. Our diversity and inclusion networks have been designed to create an inclusive culture that enables our people to feel a sense of belonging at work.

As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Remote Work Option

Hybrid

Category

Information Technology

Location

County Dublin, Ireland

We are the people behind Ireland's electricity grid. We operate the power system with world leading levels of variable asynchronous renewable generation, ensuring that everyone has power when they need it. But that's not all, we are now transforming the power system for future generations.

And that's just the beginning of our story. We have a critical purpose. That purpose is to transform the power system to enable our society to reduce our carbon emissions and meet our climate change and net zero ambitions.

The Team

We're an IT intensive business, and we operate a state-of-the-art, specialised business-critical systems, 24/7. Central to this is EirGrid Group's Market Management System (MMS) which supports the Group's core wholesale electricity market operational function and is supporting the transition to renewable energy. The IT Operations team operates across all two operational sites in Dublin and Belfast and is responsible for the development and support of EirGrid Group's Core Energy Management System, Market Management System and other related applications. The function is supplemented by a suite of additional real-time supporting systems from wind forecast security assessment tools to complex scheduling applications and real-time unit dispatch.

The critical nature of the work we do, and the experience it offers, provides an exciting opportunity for a SCADA/Power System Application Specialist in the IT Operations team within the Chief Transformation, Technology & Offshore Office.

The Opportunity

In this position you will be part of a SCADA Operations team which supports the maintenance, accuracy and resiliency of the EMS and its underlying databases and network models. You will provide support to subject matter experts, in delivering business-as-usual activity in the modelling, validation and testing of new and upgraded transmission equipment in the EMS.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute subject matter expertise to strategic delivery programmes
• Act as point of escalation for major incidents
• Develop runbooks and operating procedures for embedding of new technologies and ways of working
• Support the BAU delivery of a rolling programme of work for the modelling, deployment and testing/ pre-commissioning of new plant in the EMS working closely within the SCADA Operations team.
• Support the SCADA Operations team with release management and testing of EMS databases and Grid Controller displays in the National Control Centre in Ireland, in collaboration with the team in Belfast.
• Support the broader Integregrated Single Electricity Market requirements for EMS including seamless provision of feeds and the provision of network models.
• Support decision support tools for National Control Centre.
• Support effective stakeholder management of both internal and external stakeholders (technical and non-technical) including key external vendors and internal service providers.
• Liaise on a cross-functional basis to support continuous improvement in information sharing, signal list quality and engineering standards.
• Participate in Disaster Recovery drills and contribute to EirGrid Group's Business Continuity Management process.
• Participating in oncall team when requisite knowledge acquired of EirGrid's IT Systems.

About You

• Relevant IT or engineering degree with a minimum of 6+ year direct relevant experience.
• Experience of working in a secure IT environment and working on critical infrastructure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Self-starter with the ability to operate with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective communicator, both in verbal and written communications to business and technical audiences.
• Experience working with MS Office tools (including Excel skills, MS Project and Visio or equivalent).

Closing date for applications

31/10/2025

We're dedicated to diversity and inclusion at Eirgrid. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and the importance of a supportive culture for all our people to achieve their potential. Our diversity and inclusion networks have been designed to create an inclusive culture that enables our people to feel a sense of belonging at work.

As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

About the Job

Oleson specialise in delivering high quality talent and solutions that enhance the capabilities and operational excellent of our global customers.

We are focused on matching the dynamic needs of Data Centre and Life Science clients with skilled professionals, thereby driving innovations and in growth in these critical sectors.

Role Description:

This is a hands-on role involving the full lifecycle of machine control systems—from concept development through to commissioning and support. You'll be working on high-tech automated equipment, playing a key part in the design and implementation of complex control systems. A Valid Irish Driving licence is required

What you'll do:

Design and integrate control system software for automated machinery, including PLCs, robotics, motion control, HMI, SCADA, and vision systems

Develop, test, commission, and provide ongoing support for control software solutions

Define system architectures, develop process flows, and produce software design specifications

Ensure compliance with relevant safety and electrical standards (e.g., CE, machinery directives)

Interpret and develop documentation required for regulated environments

Specify control system hardware components based on project needs

Work directly with clients during the full project lifecycle including commissioning and after-sales support

The Requirements:

Proven experience in automation system design and development

Strong hands-on experience with PLCs and HMI/SCADA platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Omron or similar)

Understanding of software architecture principles and industry standards (e.g., GAMP, ISA88/95, 21 CFR Part 11)

Demonstrated ability in equipment testing, troubleshooting and commissioning

Experience preparing and reviewing technical documentation in compliance-heavy industries

Working knowledge of robotics, motion control systems, machine vision, and pneumatics

A Valid Irish Driving licence

Base Location: Leeds, Perth, Glasgow, Dublin

Salary: £50,100k - £5,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

As a Control Systems Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the long-term integrity, reliability, and performance of high-risk operational assets and new-build projects. Your technical expertise will directly impact the safety, environmental compliance, and commercial success of thermal generation infrastructure. You will support projects through all phases—from concept and design to commissioning—while also contributing to the continuous improvement of engineering standards and practices across the business.

You will

• Lead and support control systems engineering activities across all project phases—including concept design, construction, and commissioning—for major capital projects in the thermal generation portfolio.

• Ensure the medium- to long-term integrity and performance of high-risk operational assets by applying advanced control systems knowledge and risk-based strategies.

• Develop and maintain engineering and design standards to ensure compliance with industry regulations, internal governance, and functional safety requirements (e.g., IEC

• Provide specialist control systems expertise to project teams and operational staff, including guidance on DCS technologies, cybersecurity (OT), digitisation, fiscal metering, and environmental monitoring systems.

• Ensure successful project execution by managing technical deliverables, reviewing design changes, and identifying and mitigating potential deviations during project delivery.

You have

• Higher level education or relevant industrial experience, including understanding plant operation and appropriate risk controls - affiliation with the IET and actively working toward Chartered Engineer status is desirable.

• Proven ability to apply engineering principles to control systems, with progressing experience in areas such as system design, verification, functional safety, and commissioning of new installations or technologies.

• Demonstrated understanding and application of safety, health, and environmental practices within control systems engineering, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational standards.

• Experience applying engineering design and project standards, with the ability to lead defined work scopes and deliver high-quality outcomes on time and to specification.

• Strong stakeholder communication skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions, develop engineering conclusions, and influence project direction across multidisciplinary teams.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 millio a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

SSE Thermal keep the lights on for millions of people while pioneering low-carbon technologies. From ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects to plans for what might be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, we're transforming how we generate energy.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Hannah on / to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

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Our client, a leading manufacturing company in Drogheda, requires an experienced
Control Systems Engineer
. Reporting into the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate work in a production facility,using the most advanced, energy-efficient technology, creating a range of exceptional products. The company is part of a global organisation offering exciting possibilities for progression.

Role

• Responsibility for the Siemens PCS7 central control system on-site, ensuring it operates efficiently and effectively.
• Network Owner, responsible for all servers and control system software and communication.
• Design and programming of software for projects and plant modifications as required.
• Software modifications, fault finding, PID loop set-up and tuning, and assistance to engineers on control systems issues.
• Commissioning and signal checking for projects and plant modifications.
• Maintenance of operator stations and plant visualisation software.
• To coordinate the uploading of new software and upgrades where necessary.
• Coordinate activities with expert engineers from Control System suppliers

Requirements:

• Degree or similar qualification in a technical engineering related discipline.
• Experience of PCS7, Step 7, Simatic Manager and WinCC. preferred
• Min 5 years' relevant hands-on experience in industry
• Experience with Windows operating systems, security and network configuration.
• Experience with the following PLC programming languages: CFC, FBD and STL.
• Some exposure to SQL and a high-level programming language.
• Knowledge of system archiving/restoration and OT cyber security tools and practices.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• The successful candidate will receive the necessary training to broaden their existing knowledge.

Automation & Control Systems Engineers – Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Automation & Control Systems Engineer to take ownership of the design, programming, and delivery of advanced smart factory solutions. This position offers involvement across the full project lifecycle, from system architecture and development through to FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities.

Key Responsibilities

• System Design & Delivery
• Lead the design and implementation of automation control systems, ensuring compliance with project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Produce detailed controls design documentation (CSVRA, SDS, VDS) in line with GAMP5 and 21 CFR Part 11.
• Testing & Validation
• Execute simulation, debugging, FAT, and SAT activities across the full lifecycle.
• Direct and support the build and debug phases, including commissioning on site.
• Collaboration & Leadership
• Work closely with project managers, electrical/mechanical designers, and software engineers to optimize system performance.
• Provide technical leadership and hands-on guidance during equipment assembly and deployment.
• Technical Expertise
• Architect and configure automation platforms (FactoryTalk View SE, ThinManager, KepServerEX, MS SQL Server, SSRS).
• Develop and maintain advanced Rockwell PLC code (Ladder, Structured Text), FactoryTalk VBA, and SQL-based solutions.
• Contribute to innovation and product development initiatives to advance automation capabilities.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years' experience in industrial automation, with proven leadership in system design and project delivery.
• Minimum 3 years in a GMP-regulated environment (Pharma, Life Sciences, Biotech, or Medical Devices) – essential requirement.
• Strong expertise in Allen Bradley systems, including servo motion control and FactoryTalk View ME/SE.
• Solid understanding of Ethernet/IP, IO-Link, and other industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with robotics and vision system integration is advantageous.
• Background in SCADA/HMI system design desirable.
• Proven ability to deliver pharmaceutical-grade automation projects with full regulatory compliance.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting electrical, pneumatic, and system-level schematics.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Candidate Profile

• Degree qualified in Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, Systems Engineering, or a related field (Bachelor's or Master's level).
• At least 5 years' post-graduation industry experience in Controls, Automation, or Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years working in GMP-regulated environments – only candidates with this background will be considered.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in client-facing roles.
• High level of attention to detail, organizational discipline, and project management skills.

Control Systems Support
Engineer (Cork)

Overview

NeoDyne is a leading engineering company specialising in industrial automation, digital manufacturing, and electrical engineering solutions. We develop high-availability automation and electrical systems for mission-critical industries, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, data centres, and energy infrastructure, ensuring continuous operation and compliance. Our expertise extend across power generation, natural gas transmission, and high-voltage system design, delivering robust solutions that strengthen critical infrastructure.

Specific to our
Power Generation & Utilities
business, we deliver mission-critical system projects that transform the reliability, availability, and efficiency of the energy network moving it towards a greener, more sustainable future.

Projects include:

• High-Efficiency centralised power plants in hyperscale data centres
• Large-scale flexible peaking plants providing grid support when renewables are not available
• Embedded renewables
• National Utility projects to meet ambitious sustainability targets.

With a team of 220+ skilled engineers, our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, from design and implementation to commissioning and operations. From our offices in Ireland, the UK, Romania, and the US, we operate on a global scale, combining technical expertise with local delivery. We support customers across Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering tailored engineering services that drive long-term success.

Position Summary

NeoDyne are recruiting a highly skilled
Control Systems Support Engineer
to join our expanding Power Generation & Energy Systems team. Experience supporting Electrical and Mechanical control & protection systems would be a distinct advantage, some examples would include: Power/Energy Managements Systems, Standby Power Generation, Prime Power Generating Plants, HV & MV Substations or Fuel Forwarding/Distribution Systems.

The role is offered as a full-time, staff position, based out of our Cork office, with an excellent Salary and Benefits package. If successful, you will enjoy NeoDyne's "People First" company culture, built on mutual respect, trust, and honesty, where each individual actively contributes as a valued team member.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting issues with PLCs, HMIs/SCADAs, Protection Relays, VSDs, Network Switches, Engine Controllers, Synchronisers etc.
• Attending emergency callouts to critical customers.
• Assisting in the production of maintenance plans & procedures for systems supported by NeoDyne.
• Organising and executing routine maintenance checks of equipment at customer premises in line with agreed maintenance contracts.
• Reporting on issues, performing root cause analysis, implementing repairs & improvements in consultation with customers.
• Organising sub-contractors and specialists where relevant to carry out work at customer sites.
• Organising and participating in shutdown activities at Power Stations in conjunction with other NeoDyne engineering disciplines.
• Participating in commissioning activities for NeoDyne projects on occasion.

Qualifications

Required

• Level 6 certificate in a relevant Engineering discipline, or National Craft Certificate with suitable experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in similar role.
• Experience programming/modifying PLCs using Siemens Step7 and/or TIA.
• Familiarity with Control Systems, Safety Systems, Instrumentation, Electrical Switchgear and Generators.
• A high level of computer proficiency is required.
• Full Clean Irish Driving License.

Desired

• Direct experience in operating or maintaining Power Generating Plants, Standby Power Systems or Electrical Infrastructure would be beneficial.

Characteristics

We look for candidates who

• Work well as part of a team.
• Have excellent problem solving and diagnostic skills.
• Can complete tasks independently, capable of self-learning.
• Can prioritise and coordinate work.
• Have excellent customer service, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
• Can multitask and work well under pressure.
• Are a strategic business thinker.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with year-on-year bonuses and salary increases
• Paid Overtime
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• PRSA pension with employer contribution
• Flexi-time/ Compressed Working Week
• Personalised Career Development Plan
• Regular performance and remuneration reviews
• Cycle to work scheme

Don't miss this opportunity to join a company at the forefront of industrial automation projects in Ireland, the UK, mainland Europe and the US. Apply now

NeoDyne Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be treated in strictest confidence.