Control Systems Software Engineer (I&C / OT)

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

ALTEN UK is seeking a motivated Control Systems Software Engineers to join our growing team in Dunbar Scotland  supporting key projects within the Energy sector.

This role is ideal for graduates, junior engineers (up to 5 years’ experience), looking to develop expertise in Operational Technology (OT), industrial software systems, and safety-critical environments.

You will contribute to the governance, implementation, and assurance of software changes across industrial control systems, including SCADA, embedded platforms, and operator interfaces. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you’ll help ensure that software modifications are delivered safely, securely, and in line with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the software change and configuration management lifecycle, including:
• Requirements analysis
• Impact assessment
• Version control
• Testing and verification
• Release management and baselining
• Assist in the validation, acceptance, and in-service support of I&C, SCADA, and embedded systems
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and OT cyber security principles are embedded in all software activities
• Work with instrumentation, sensors, and control hardware to understand real-world system impacts
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to deliver robust and reliable software solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement of software governance and engineering practices

Required Skills:

• Mid level experienced engineers who are keen to develop in Instrumentation & Control system design lifecycle.
• Individuals with the ability to communicate clearly and accurately.
• Experience in Control Systems, Instrumentation & Control.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
• Experience working with Control Systems
• Electrical Engineering experience

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working on large infrastructure projects with high level safety requirements.

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.