Principal Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Job Description

Wood Process & Energy is hiring an experienced Principal Instrumentation & Controls Engineer based in our Stockton office, on a staff basis.

Hybrid Working - working from home and some days a week expected in our Stockton office

Responsibilities

We are the world's engineers, the company that makes the world a better place, the company that delivers the change the world needs most, and the company that doesn’t just talk sustainability but makes it real for our clients and ourselves – because our ideas, our expertise, and our ability to scale solutions enables us to transform the world.

Our vision is to deliver solutions that transform the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide realistic and practical technical solutions to operational engineering challenges
• Evaluate existing and new manufacturers in his / her area of expertise for technical competence and compliance
• Perform technical studies in applicable project related technical issues and prepare reports and feedback for presentation to technical and management personnel
• Review engineering and design proposals for large project
• Review and develop engineering and design documentation, including engineering procedures, standards, and specifications (FEED & EPC)
• Experience with development of Instrument / Control Engineering deliverables as required on a project by project basis
• Delivery of small to medium scale projects with responsibility for estimates, schedules and resource allocation where required
• Checking and approval of engineering & design deliverables within established corporate procedures
• Guide, support and oversee work groups including mentoring of junior staff
• Experience on HAZOP / SIL assignment and knowledgeable of IEC 61511
• Work collaboratively with design engineers, operation engineers, purchasers, and other internal personnel
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, contractors and relevant authorities
  
  

Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors
• A caring team culture; we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
  
  

Qualifications

At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all the talent that is out there. We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences.

Who We Are Looking For

• Experience with working on projects for the Energy, Chemicals and Refining Sectors
• Experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Experience with working within a project team as a Senior C&I engineer and on C&I teams across a range of industry sectors. on Small, Medium / Large capital projects from concept to start-up
• Be a Self-motivated team player working on own initiative with minimal supervision
• Experience with development of Instrument Engineering deliverables as required on a project-by-project basis
• Degree or equivalent in the appropriate engineering subject
• Experience with specification of field instrumentation, analysers and ESD and actuated valves
• Experience with sizing of flow devices/control valves/relief devices
• Experience with the specification of Fire & Gas systems and detection equipment and the application of BS5839-1
• Experience in specification and interface management of Instrumentation and Control requirements for Mechanical packages
• Experience with interfacing with Client Engineers personnel to facilitate project execution
• Experience with managing and liaison with Vendors to facilitate project execution
• Experienced engineer with sound technical background and expertise
• Experienced in the use of appropriate codes of practice, standards and relevant sections of statutory documentation
• Experienced in the use of design and assessment methods used within discipline
• Experience with specification control and safety system upgrades and modifications (desired)
• Chartered Engineer status as a Member of the Institute of Measurement and Control (IMC) or Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) (desired)
• Experience with attendance and contributing to HAZOP, LOPA, Alarm Reviews and SIL Determination (desired)
• Experience with IEC 61511 Safety Lifecycle and Emergency Shutdown System architecture and design and SIL determination. (desired)
• TUV or similar Functional Safety Engineer qualification. (desired)
• Experience with IT/Telecoms/Networks/Access Control & CCTV Systems (desired)
  
  

If all of this sounds good, follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood!

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.