IIoT Solution Architect

IIoT Solution Architect page is loaded IIoT Solution Architectlocations: Huntingdon: Lincoln: Peterboroughtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: DC188 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, we're 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. 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. 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 We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're proud signatories of the Social Mobility Pledge, Race at Work Charter, and Armed Forces Covenant, and we're a Disability Confident employer. Please don't be put off if you don't meet every requirement-if you're passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Closing date: 16/12/25 are committed to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve in both our workforce and our supply chain partners to help us to understand and meet the needs of our customers. We are passionate and dedicated to the learning and development of our people, making sure they have the right skills and knowledge to be successful and to help achieve their potential.We want to give everyone equal access to our recruitment process. If you have a disability or long-term condition, including neurodiversity and mental health conditions, we'll support you throughout your application, and make any adjustments to make sure your disability or long-term condition is not a barrier to recruitment. If you need any support, please get reach out to our team 'To apply, you'll need your up-to-date CV, we also recommend uploading a cover letter - tell us what has made you apply and what skills you can bring to the position. We will be in touch after your application has been reviewed, following the closing date.If you are offered a job with us, you'll be subject to the relevant employment checks for your role, which could include references, driving licence check, DBS Check as well as your right to work in the UK. More information about how we look after and use your information can be found in our .Become a part of Anglian Water's future and join us on our journey as we live through our values to build trust, do the right thing, and are always exploring, to bring environmental and social prosperity to the region.