Principal Control Systems Engineer

Worley; Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley in Manchester is seeking a Principal Control Systems Engineer to lead automation activities under a long-standing Master Service Agreement in the Oil & Gas sector. You will drive delivery for upgrades, migrations and new installations, coordinating with clients, EPCs and OEMs to meet safety, technical and schedule requirements.

The ideal candidate brings extensive DCS/SIS knowledge, brownfield experience, and the ability to manage multiple projects, from FEED to commissioning, while

Qualifications

• Brownfield experience essential.
• Strong knowledge of DCS systems and SIS implementations in FEED, detailed design and commissioning.
• Experience with various PLC platforms and their integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate automation projects including upgrades, migrations, and new installations.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects and manage cutover strategies for outages.
• Review and approve DCS/PLC proposals with vendors and integrators; manage schedules and resources.

Skills

DCS systems

SIS knowledge

Project leadership

Vendor coordination

Technical troubleshooting

Documentation writing

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Tools

PLC platforms

DCS/SCADA tools

Industrial networks

Job description

Job Description - Principal Control Systems Engineer (MAN00YP)

Principal Control Systems Engineer - MAN00YP

Company: Worley

Primary Location

GBR-NWE-Manchester

Job

Instrumentation and Controls

Schedule

Full-time

Employment Type: Employee

Job Posting

Oct 15, 2026

Reporting Manager Title

C&I Discipline Manager

Principal Control Systems Engineer

Role Context

An experienced Control Systems/Automation Engineer to lead and coordinate Automation activities on a long-standing Master Service Agreement in the Oil & Gas industry (downstream), acting as the key focal point for stakeholders and vendors. Responsible for ensuring all technical, safety, commercial, and schedule requirements are met while supporting successful system integration and plant operations.

You’ll be:

• Lead and be accountable for the delivery, execution and performance of automation projects including upgrades/migrations as well as new installations.
• At any one time oversee a number of concurrent projects, such as:
  • Honeywell DCS and FSC to Safety Manager migration
  • PLC replacements (various manufacturers)
• Site surveying to identify cutover methods suitable for the plant outages and manual operation modes available.
• Determine new project requirements and develop comprehensive estimates (manhours & materials) with support from Automation & C&I engineers
• Lead the FEED process (engineering work requests, deliverable structure, testing & cutover strategy).
• Prioritise activities and projects based on business needs and resource availability
• Review and approve DCS / PLC proposals with vendors and integrators
• Review and approve EC&I and OEM detailed design documentation.
• Lead multi-disciplinary design review meetings with Client, EPC and OEM subject matter experts.
• Create and maintain project schedules and resource planning
• Provide progress reporting to portfolio management
• Develop Control Narratives from P&IDs, Operations procedures and/or reverse-engineering PLC / DCS configuration.
• Develop FAT, SAT and plant commissioning procedures.
• Coordinate site commissioning activities.

You’ll have:

• Extensive industry experience in the oil & gas, process, utilities or pharmaceutical industries
• Brownfield experience is essential
• Strong knowledge of DCS systems and Functional Safety 'SIS' implementations in project FEED, detailed design and commissioning phases
• Experience with various PLC platforms and their integration
• Knowledge of electrical interfacing between automation systems and process industry actuators: process instrumentation, control valves, hydraulic servo controls, motor starters etc.
• Knowledge of hazardous area classifications and protection requirements (ATEX)
• Knowledge of communications protocols (Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).

Preferred Requirements

• Degree qualified in Electrical & Electronic, Instrumentation, Automation, Chemical or equivalent
• Knowledge of fiscal metering and truck loading (terminals)
• IEC61508 / 61511 Functional Safety certified

Skills & Attributes

• Client-focused approach to project delivery
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills
• Strong technical troubleshooting abilitiesAbility to prioritise competing demands and projects
• Proficient in technical writing and documentation

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.