Senior Control Systems Consultant

The Jacobs Way

At Jacobs, we put people at the heart of everything we do. We value curiosity, diverse perspectives and bold thinking, creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute. As a Senior Control Systems Consultant, you'll play a key role in delivering solutions that not only meet today's operational needs but also help shape a smarter, more connected and sustainable future for our clients, communities and the world around us.

Benefits

• A global network of expertise and opportunity
• A culture founded on safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging
• Flexible working arrangements that support your well-being and potential
• Investment in your development through training, certifications and access to experienced mentors

Here's what you'll need

We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate a combination of the following skills, experience and attributes. We recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement, and we encourage applications from individuals whose experience may not align perfectly with every criterion but who are passionate about solving complex challenges and delivering positive outcomes for clients and communities.

Essential Skills, Experience And Attributes

• Proven experience in control systems engineering, industrial automation, operational technology (OT) or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering control system projects throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to testing, commissioning and handover.
• Experience working within Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) or other highly regulated industrial environments, particularly within the electricity transmission, distribution, generation and water sectors.
• Strong knowledge of industrial control technologies, including PLCs, SCADA, DCS and RTUs.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking principles, architectures and protocols, including technologies such as Industrial Ethernet, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, IEC 61850 and IEC 60870-5-104.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and engaging effectively with a broad range of technical, operational and business stakeholders.
• Good understanding of cybersecurity principles, industry standards and best practice for industrial control systems and operational technology environments, including IEC 62443.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation, reports and client deliverables.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance (SC).
• Opportunities to contribute to communities of practice and internal cyber security initiatives
• Exposure to a variety of projects, sectors and technical challenges
• Competitive benefits package including pension, holiday allowance and additional perks
• An inclusive environment where diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences are valued and encouraged

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Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

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As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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