IIoT Solution Architect, Huntingdon

Anglian Water
Huntingdon
2 months ago
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Job Title: IIoT Solution Architect

Circa £50,000 (dependent on skills & experience) Hybrid - base location Huntingdon, Peterborough or Lincoln Permanent / Full-time / 37 hours per week (flexible working available) Make every drop of your potential count… join our Digital, Data & Technology team

At Anglian Water, were transforming how we manage and optimise our operational technology through cutting-edge Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions. This role is pivotal in shaping the architecture that connects sensors, telemetry, and control systems into our digital ecosystem-ensuring resilience, security, and scalability for the future.

What you will be doing

  • Define and maintain IIoT and OT architecture guardrails, standards, and reference designs.

  • Lead the design of end-to-end IIoT solutions, from edge processing and connectivity to cloud integration and analytics.

  • Assure internal and partner designs against agreed standards, providing governance and technical authority.

  • Collaborate with OT engineers, IT architects, cyber security teams, and business stakeholders to deliver secure, compliant solutions.

  • Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement, supporting proof-of-concept initiatives and enterprise adoption.

  • Promote health, safety, and wellbeing while embedding best practice and compliance across all IIoT deployments.

What does it take to be an IIoT Solution Architect?

  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.

  • Proven experience designing and delivering architectures for IIoT and OT systems, ideally within utilities, manufacturing, or similar environments.

  • Strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, telemetry systems, and industrial communication protocols.

  • Experience with IIoT platforms and edge-to-cloud architectures (e.g., Azure IoT Hub, AWS IoT Core, MQTT).

  • Familiarity with cybersecurity principles for OT and IIoT environments, including zero-trust models.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Ability to work through complex, multi-vendor landscapes and enforce technical standards.

  • Desirable: Understanding of water industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Whats in it for you?

  • Private healthcare and physiotherapy

  • 24-hour Virtual GP service for you and your household

  • 26 days annual leave (rising with service)

  • Competitive pension scheme - Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6% (Up to 18% combined)

  • Bonus scheme

  • Flexible benefits and working culture

  • Life Assurance (8x salary) and Personal Accident cover

  • Enhanced family leave policies

  • Great discounts and perks

Inclusion at Anglian Water

Were committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong. Were proud signatories of the Social Mobility Pledge, Race at Work Charter, and Armed Forces Covenant, and were a Disability Confident employer. Please dont be put off if you dont meet every requirement-if youre passionate about making a difference, wed love to hear from you.

Closing date: 16/12/25

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