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SCADA Project Engineer
Project Engineer (SCADA & Manufacturing Systems) – Broughton, Fully Onsite
About ALTEN
ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across 35+ countries, partnering with industry leaders in Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and more. We deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement and sustainable transformation through agile, skilled engineering teams.
Our mission: empower engineers to innovate, solve challenges, and build tomorrow’s world today. Join us and start shaping the future!
Job Summary
We’re seeking a Project Engineer to join our team in Broughton, supporting a large-scale manufacturing systems improvement programme—encompassing SCADA upgrades, factory process optimisation, and LBIP-aligned methodology. The role blends remote engineering with onsite support in a high-integrity production environment.
- Location: Broughton
- Working Arrangement: Fully Onsite
- Clearance: Clearable
- Experience Level: Junior – Mid
Key Responsibilities
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Requirements Generation
- Engage with operational teams to clarify SCADA and process needs
- Review documentation and system archives to define upgrade requirements
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Technical Specification & Procurement
- Draft specifications for IT components, tooling, and jigs
- Oversee supplier management: raise POs, assist with deliverables, and track technical progress
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Onsite Support & Validation
- Assist in commissioning and troubleshooting within factory environments
- Validate process improvements and technical deployments
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Project Coordination & Improvement
- Align stakeholders on project actions and timelines
- Chase updates, ensure corrective actions are completed
- Apply LBIP methodology to drive continuous manufacturing improvements
Qualifications & Skills
Required
Experience & Skills
- Proven SCADA/industrial automation expertise (hands-on work with control or automation systems)
- Factory or high-integrity production environment experience
- Ability to write clear, structured technical specifications (tooling, jigs, IT systems)
- Supplier coordination (raising purchase orders, managing technical deliverables)
- Documentation review (analysing system archives, schematics, process materials)
- Onsite troubleshooting & commissioning support (troubleshoot issues, validate fixes)
- Project coordination (task prioritisation, stakeholder alignment, action tracking)
- Strong communication with operational teams to gather and translate requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience
Desirable
- Industrial IT knowledge (networks, interfaces, system architecture)
- Familiarity with LBIP or lean methodology for process improvement
- PLC/HMI/automation controls background
- Process optimisation experience (identifying inefficiencies, proposing solutions)
- Strategic stakeholder management (operations, engineering, suppliers)
- Problem-solving mindset: proactive, analytical, and solution-focused
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Why Join ALTEN?
Career & Work Environment
- Work on diverse, cutting-edge projects with global industries
- Tailored career development, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities
- Join a passionate, collaborative team building impactful solutions
- Flexible working (role-dependent; onsite for this position)
- Diverse engineering projects across industries and technologies
Benefits
- Personalised career path and rewarding management style
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle & Tech Scheme (weekly/payment incentives)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life Insurance & Pension Scheme
- Social events & team-buildings
- Commitment to armed forces community (veterans, reservists, spouses welcomed)
Diversity & Inclusivity
- ALTEN is committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace, valuing differentiated backgrounds.
- If you require reasonable adjustments during recruitment, please notify us.
- Security clearance may be required (BPS form and government checks apply; details on Gov.UK).
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