SCADA Systems Engineer – FREELANCE CONTRACT – Germany (Hybrid) – Initial 6-Month Engagement with Extension Potential
Edison Smart is partnering with a leading Industrial Automation company in Europe to deliver critical upgrades and new installations across a portfolio of manufacturing and infrastructure projects. We’re seeking an experienced SCADA Systems Engineer to support on a contract basis.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design, develop, and commission SCADA systems for industrial facilities, including manufacturing plants, process automation, and infrastructure projects
* Integrate SCADA platforms with PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, and third-party control systems
* Implement and maintain industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC UA, DNP3, and IEC 61850
* Ensure robust data acquisition, monitoring, and alarm management across distributed assets
* Collaborate with controls, electrical, and OT teams to validate functionality and ensure system reliability
* Support commissioning, fault-finding, and system optimization
* Ensure compliance with industrial cybersecurity and operational standards
Requirements:
* Strong background in SCADA engineering within industrial automation environments (e.g. manufacturing, water treatment, energy distribution, logistics)
* Hands-on experience with SCADA software and hardware platforms (e.g. Ignition, Wonderware, Siemens WinCC, Schneider, Rockwell)
* Solid understanding of PLC programming and industrial network architecture
* Familiar with integrating real-time control systems and remote monitoring tools
* Capable of working across the full lifecycle from design through to site commissioning and handover
If you're looking for your next contract in Industrial Automation and available to start soon, we’d love to hear from you.
About Edison Smart
Edison Smart is a global provider of specialized recruitment solutions, supporting the technology industry's most innovative companies. Headquartered in the UK, we connect talent with opportunity, driving the 'Industry 4.0' revolution. With over 30 years of experience, Edison Smart partners with forward-thinking organizations to help achieve their strategic growth goals while fostering groundbreaking technological advancements.