Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

WorleyParsons; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer to lead innovative projects in the energy sector. This role offers the opportunity to work on medium to large capital projects, guiding teams through all project phases from conceptual studies to commissioning. You will be at the forefront of driving sustainability and innovation, working alongside a diverse team committed to creating impactful solutions. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference in the energy landscape, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career while contributing to a brighter future.

Benefits

Flexible working (3 days in office)

Pension

Extra Holiday Purchase Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Instrument Engineering Design on large projects.
• Degree qualified and working towards Chartered Engineer status.

Responsibilities

• Lead Engineer for projects, ensuring technical alignment across phases.
• Develop corporate procedures and support young Engineer development.

Skills

Instrument Engineering Design

Project Management

Communication Skills

Budget Control

Electrical Protection Methodologies

Specification and Selection of Equipment

P&ID Development

Hazardous Area Instrumentation

DCS, PLC, and SIS Systems

Automation and Control Lifecycle

Education

Degree in related discipline

Chartered Engineer status (IMC/IET)

Tools

exSILentia software

Job description

Job Description - Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer (MAN00Y4)

Company: Worley

Primary Location

GBR-NWE-Manchester

Job

Instrumentation and Controls

Schedule

Full-time

Employment Type: Employee

Job Level: Experienced

Job Posting

Unposting Date: Jan 11, 2025

Reporting Manager Title: C&I Discipline Manager

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals, and resources experts headquartered in Australia. Right now, we’re bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals, and resources that society needs now.

We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets. We solve complex problems by finding integrated data-centric solutions from the first stages of consulting and engineering to installation and commissioning, to the last stages of decommissioning and remediation. Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

Benefits: Flexible working – 3 days a week in office, Pension, Extra Holiday Purchase Scheme & Many More.

Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

You'll be:

• Handling Work activities will include both project and proposal work where both the technical approach and continuity must be aligned.
• Handling Project work as the functional Lead Engineer for projects as required by the C&I Group Manager.
• Handling Work activities for both projects and proposals will be executed across all phases of projects including Conceptual Studies; Basic; FEED; Detailed Design; Procurement through to Commissioning.
• Handling Projects and proposals which are for process plant and facilities across the Chemical; Oil and Gas; Power and Energy Transition/ New Energy sectors.
• Executing Project work which will include development of Instrument Engineering deliverables as required on a project-by-project basis.
• Assisting the C&I Group Manager.
• Developing corporate procedures, standards, specifications, and the required design tools for compliance with the SHE policy and efficient execution of production work.
• Defining the Development and Training needs for the discipline, support graduate and young Engineer / designer development.

You'll have:

• Significant experience of Instrument Engineering Design on Medium / Large capital projects from concept to start-up.
• Extensive Chemical and or Refinery Experience. Competent of working within the C&I Discipline of a contracting organization.
• Competent to Lead the C&I Discipline interface with other Disciplines.
• Very good proactive communicator. The role involves liaison with Client Engineers & Project Management.
• Degree qualified for the related discipline.
• Have or working towards Chartered Engineer status as a Member of the Institute of Measurement and Control (IMC) or Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
• Proven ability for equipment specification and selection and in ensuring compliance from the suppliers, preferably within an EPC contracting organization.
• Competent in project execution using selected design tools and techniques.
• Competent for budget & Schedule control / monitoring and reporting.
• To be able to work to Company standards.
• Innovative when appropriate.
• Competent in Electrical protection methodologies.
• Competent in Specification, technical bid analysis and requisitioning of Field Instrumentation and Analyzers.
• Competent in the application, specification and requisitioning of DCS, PLC, and SIS systems, with experience of the system full lifecycle.
• Competent in the Specification / Design / Implementation of Hazardous Area Instrumentation (ATEX).
• Competent in Instrumentation and Control requirements for Mechanical packages.
• Competent in P&ID development.
• Competent in Sizing of flow devices / control valves / relief devices.
• Automation and Control life cycle activities.
• Safety System life cycle activities.
• Familiarity with exSILentia software package preferred.
• Experience of working with and leading global integrated delivery teams is preferred.

Moving Forward:

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection, and innovation.

We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard. And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.