Senior Operational Technology Project Engineer
| Posting date: | 13 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £75,000 to £100,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 June 2026 |
| Location: | Central London, London, sw1w 0ex |
| Company: | Pertemps |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 59918335 |
Summary
Senior Operational Technology Project Engineer – London - £100,000
Location: London & Home Counties
Travel: Regional travel required; occasional national and international travel
Package:
Salary: £75,000 - £100,000
40-hour working week
Travel card
30 days holiday, Inc Bank
Role Overview
The Senior OT Project Engineer will provide technical leadership and subject-matter expertise across Operational Technology systems within complex digital estates. This role is pivotal in defining, integrating, and overseeing OT architecture across high-end infrastructure projects.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of OT systems and architecture.
- Oversee integration of BMS, energy systems, controls, IoT, and industrial networks.
- Act as a technical authority on OT best practice, standards, and system governance.
- Ensure OT systems align with IT and cyber security requirements.
- Support project delivery from early design through commissioning and operation.
- Collaborate with internal teams, consultants, and clients at a senior technical level.
- Mentor engineers and contribute to the development of internal OT capability.
- Support fault resolution and optimisation within live operational environments.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
- Extensive experience working with Operational Technology systems at senior level.
- Strong understanding of OT networks, protocols, and system integration.
- Experience operating at the IT/OT interface, including security considerations.
- Background in critical infrastructure, smart buildings, industrial automation, or similar.
- Ability to lead technically complex projects and engage with senior stakeholders.
- Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Automation, Controls, or related discipline.
- OT, automation, or cyber-related certifications advantageous.
Location: London & Home Counties
Travel: Regional travel required; occasional national and international travel
Package:
Salary: £75,000 - £100,000
40-hour working week
Travel card
30 days holiday, Inc Bank
Role Overview
The Senior OT Project Engineer will provide technical leadership and subject-matter expertise across Operational Technology systems within complex digital estates. This role is pivotal in defining, integrating, and overseeing OT architecture across high-end infrastructure projects.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of OT systems and architecture.
- Oversee integration of BMS, energy systems, controls, IoT, and industrial networks.
- Act as a technical authority on OT best practice, standards, and system governance.
- Ensure OT systems align with IT and cyber security requirements.
- Support project delivery from early design through commissioning and operation.
- Collaborate with internal teams, consultants, and clients at a senior technical level.
- Mentor engineers and contribute to the development of internal OT capability.
- Support fault resolution and optimisation within live operational environments.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
- Extensive experience working with Operational Technology systems at senior level.
- Strong understanding of OT networks, protocols, and system integration.
- Experience operating at the IT/OT interface, including security considerations.
- Background in critical infrastructure, smart buildings, industrial automation, or similar.
- Ability to lead technically complex projects and engage with senior stakeholders.
- Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Automation, Controls, or related discipline.
- OT, automation, or cyber-related certifications advantageous.