Field Telemetry Engineer

  • United Utilities
  • Warrington, Cheshire
  • 17/10/2025
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

Warrington South Wastewater Treatment Works £48,979 + Bonus + On call pay + Benefits Full-Time Permanent On-Site

United Utilities is on a mission to deliver great water for a stronger, greener, healthier North West and we need brilliant minds to help us do it. If you're a hands-on engineer with a passion for telemetry, control systems, and fault-finding in the field, this is your chance to join a FTSE 100 company making a real impact.

? What You'll Be Doing

As our Field Telemetry & Control Systems Engineer, you'll be the go to expert for maintaining and troubleshooting our telemetry infrastructure across wastewater sites. You'll work within a mobile team, providing second and third-line support, and act as a technical escalation point for regional engineers.

  • Maintain and optimise telemetry equipment and RTUs
  • Diagnose and resolve IP network faults (routers, switches, comms)
  • Triage and repair off-site communication issues
  • Support capital and operational projects to ensure assets are fit for purpose
  • Participate in a callout rota and lone working when required associated with premium pay

What You'll Bring

  • Proven experience in field-based telemetry, SCADA, or control systems
  • Strong fault-finding skills across analogue/digital control systems
  • Deep understanding of IP networking, routing, and wide area comms
  • Familiarity with information security best practices and NIS directive
  • HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience
  • Full UK Driving Licence

? What You'll Get

We believe in rewarding our people - not just with a competitive salary, but with a benefits package that supports your wellbeing, growth, and lifestyle:

  • 26 days annual leave (rising to 30) + 8 bank holidays
  • Up to 14% employer pension contribution
  • 7.5% performance bonus + recognition awards
  • Company funded healthcare plan
  • EV car scheme, gym discounts, and flexible benefits
  • Enhanced parental leave and mental health support
  • ShareBuy scheme and financial wellbeing tools

Why Join Us?

At United Utilities, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, inclusion, and sustainability. We're not just maintaining infrastructure - we're shaping the future of water. Whether you're solving complex faults or helping deliver smarter systems, your work will make a difference every single day