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Senior Telemetry Consultant

Osprey Engineering Solutions
Reading
1 week ago
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Our Principal Consultant Robin Thomas, has an exclusively retained and great opportunity available, to join a progressive, fast growing systems integrator. Due to a continued period of strong growth, our client is looking to add a Senior Telemetry Consultant to their team.


The Senior Telemetry Consultant will be responsible for managing a number of delivery streams, ensuring the Systems Integrators are delivering to the required quality and producing the necessary documentation in a timely manner.


This is a hybrid working role, where youll be required to visit a percentage of sites to perform quality assessments of the installations. Were searching for someone that has long term career ambitions with this company and wants to help drive their rapid expansion.


Key Duties & Responsibilities

Managing several streams of work


Monitor Subcontractors deployment programme
Quality assessment of subcontractor installations and handover documentation
Report to Lead Engineer and provide regular updates to Project and Programme management team

Skills & Experience 

Demonstrated track record of expertise in Software, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline


Telemetry and SCADA expertise (preferably with Thames Water experience)
5-10 years of experience in telemetry and RTUs (preferably with Thames Water experience)
Proven technical writing experience, including the development of comprehensive technical documentation for control systems
Eye for detail role involves scrutinising Systems Integrators installations and documentation to ensure quality is there
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
In-depth knowledge and extensive experience in Telemetry protocols and communications
Proven team leadership experience, with the ability to mentor and guide junior team members to success
Knowledge of WITS DNP3 protocol (preferably ClearSCADA) is desirable

Candidate Requirements

Full clean driving licence


Right to work in the UK (no Visa restrictions or sponsorship requirements)
Ability to regularly commute to Reading with ease

The Package

Competitive salary


Workplace pension scheme
25 days annual leave
Company bonus scheme (after 1 year service)
Access to rewards scheme

Contact Robin today to learn more about this Senior Telemetry Consultant role, or click below to get started with your application right away.

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