Principal Instrumentation and Control Engineer

7 days ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Wood PLC Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior/Principal/Lead Instrumentation and Control Engineer to join our team at Wood PLC. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for providing technical solutions to operational engineering challenges and working collaboratively with design engineers, operation engineers, and other internal personnel.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide realistic and practical technical solutions to operational engineering challenges
  • Evaluate existing and new manufacturers in your 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 projects
  • Review and develop engineering and design documentation, including engineering procedures, standards, and specifications (FEED)
  • 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
Requirements
  • BSc Electrical/Instrumentation Relevant Engineering area
  • Extensive experience in instrument and control engineering in the oil, gas, or petrochemical industry
  • Middle East project experience is preferable (Gas Plants, Refineries, etc.)
  • Must have experience working on FEED projects
  • Must have in-depth knowledge of basic instrumentation and control, including flow, level, pressure, temperature, and process analysis
  • Must have traceable experience in the field of instrument selection in relation to process applications
  • Good knowledge of boiler control, process heater control, and process furnace control in accordance with project process requirements
  • Good knowledge on materials and material selection for in-line instrumentation
  • Knowledgeable of electrical systems for instrumentation, including cabling, wiring methods, grounding, materials, control circuits. In addition, hazardous area design implementation shall be part of your experience
  • Very knowledgeable with a wide variety of national and international standards, especially related to ISA, ANSI, ASME, API, NFPA, and IEC
  • Experience is required in oil, gas, or petrochemical industries with a wide variety of instrument and control installations. You should have experience during plant construction, commissioning, start-up, or operations, and including selection and installation of field instruments, cables, enclosures, trays, hazardous area installations, and grounding
  • You should have knowledge of and experience with Distributed Control System (DCS) and Emergency Shutdown System (ESD) and their implementation. Experience with Foundation Fieldbus is a must
  • Experience on selected project vendor's PCS (project control system) and FAT (final acceptance test)
  • Must be computer literate with an advanced level of experience in the use of office and technical software
  • Good knowledge of English, both written and verbal
What We Offer
  • Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the energy transition, emerging, and conventional energy sectors
  • A caring team culture; we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business
  • Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field
  • 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 organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
  • Competitive remuneration package with regular 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), plus the potential for one additional 'flex day' per month. Further benefits include a 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


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