Senior Systems Engineer role at Veolia UK

Base pay range

Salary: up to £52,000 per annum plus company car/allowance, bonus, and Veolia benefits.

Hours

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00. Flexible.

Location

Hybrid working in North-West England (preferably just south of Manchester and Liverpool), with occasional national travel.

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn £1000
• Access to our people’s pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on groceries and at well-known retailers
• Access to resources to support physical, mental and financial health
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

What you'll be doing

• Carry out maintenance, fault diagnosis, and corrective actions on SCADA/PLC control systems (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens) to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Design, install, and commission new PLC/SCADA systems or upgrades, ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure
• Provide technical expertise and develop control strategies for industrial systems, including SCADA, networks, protocols, field wiring, and devices
• Work across a variety of sites, from hospitals to district heating networks and COMAH facilities
• Perform maintenance and basic support for BMS systems (e.g., Trend) as required
• Adhere to Permit to Work systems and compile RAMS
• Prepare proposals for SCADA system modifications to improve efficiency
• Provide commissioning support for new SCADA projects
• Complete administrative tasks on time and maintain accurate records
• Collaborate with the design review team to develop and review SCADA control and monitoring solutions
• Conduct activities professionally and in line with company procedures and values

What we're looking for

• ONC/HNC in an engineering discipline or substantial experience in a SCADA-focused role
• Strong technical understanding of SCADA systems, including panel drawings, control circuits, P&IDs, and loop tuning
• Competence with Allen Bradley PLC systems, DeviceNet, Modbus, and metering systems
• Working knowledge of control systems for industrial plants (e.g., steam boilers, CHP, air compressors, chillers, HVAC)
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex C&I issues
• Comfortable working on site with hand tools and meters
• IET 18th Edition qualification
• Clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to work until a job is complete and participate in the service call-out rota
• Experience with BMS systems (e.g., Trend IQ Vision, Trend 963) is desirable
• Familiarity with EM&T systems is desirable

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We’re proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This recognition reflects our commitment to our people and to transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We’re dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We’re also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Stockport, Greater Manchester and surrounding areas are typical locations for roles; travel may be required.