Principal ICA Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

At a leading engineering firm, the Principal ICA Engineer will play a crucial role in advancing instrumentation and control solutions for significant UK projects. Responsibilities include technical design leadership, project milestone management, and cross-team collaboration. The ideal candidate will be a chartered engineer with profound ICA experience across diverse sectors such as Water and Energy, contributing to innovative, sustainable engineering solutions.

Benefits

Flexible Working Policy

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Net-Zero Programs

Community Projects Support

Qualifications

• Experience in leading multidisciplinary design delivery.
• Expertise in ICA design, PLC and SCADA systems, motor control.
• Knowledge of control specifications and system requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in technical design following standards.
• Prepare briefs and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets to meet project milestones.
• Collaborate with teams for integrated design solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Design Standards Adherence

Technical Communication

Quality Assurance

Digital Analysis Tools

Education

Chartered Electrical/Instrumentation Engineer

Job description

Job Description

Take our vision into the future.

We are known for our diverse projects and the expertise of our people. Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative environment where everyone's voice is valued. We promote a flexible and remote working policy to support work-life balance.

We are seeking a Principal ICA Engineer to play a vital role in instrumentation and control/automation engineering for transformational programmes in critical UK infrastructure. Opportunities include working on iconic engineering projects domestically and internationally.

Our expertise spans instrumentation and control/automation across sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, and Education. We provide comprehensive engineering solutions throughout project lifecycles, including client support and construction phases. If you are passionate about this industry, we would love to hear from you.

Currently, opportunities are available in our Bristol office.

Your Purpose:

• Lead a team in technical design following standards and quality benchmarks.
• Prepare briefs, scopes, and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets to meet project milestones.
• Collaborate with UK and overseas teams for integrated design solutions.
• Maintain quality assurance standards in design processes.

What you can bring:

• Chartered Electrical/Instrumentation Engineer.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary design delivery.
• Knowledge of ICA design, PLC and SCADA systems, motor control, system architecture, fieldbus networks, P&ID's, ATEX, functional safety, control specifications, and system requirements in industrial environments.
• Proficiency in digital analysis tools and adherence to standards.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are recognized as a top employer, committed to innovation, sustainability, and diversity. Our initiatives include Net-Zero programs, community projects, and support for underrepresented groups. We foster an inclusive environment with flexible policies and employee networks.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance, contingent on vetting and proof of residence over five years in the UK. Details will be discussed during the interview process.

We promote diversity and inclusion, offering policies and networks to support staff from all backgrounds.

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Worker Type:

Employee

Job Type:

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we value diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives, believing that talent is enriched by diversity.