Principal Instrument and Controls system engineer

TN United Kingdom; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Instrument and Controls System Engineer for a 6-month contract in Leatherhead. This role involves designing process control and automation systems for offshore platforms, ensuring compliance with industry standards. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team and work hybrid, enjoying the flexibility of both office and home. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to tackle complex challenges, this opportunity offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to contribute to significant projects in the engineering sector.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay rate

Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home

Outside IR35, LLC engagement permitted

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing control systems for offshore platforms.
• Knowledge of industry and client standards for process control.

Responsibilities

• Designing process control and automation systems.
• Collaborating with team members and clients on control system concepts.
• Assisting with the design of DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems.

Skills

Control System Design

DCS

PLC

SCADA

Risk Assessment (SIL, LOPA, HAZOP)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

IEC 61508

IEC 61511

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Principal Instrument and Controls System Engineer, Leatherhead

Client: Technical Staffing Resources

Location: Leatherhead, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: cb92001c4976

Job Views: 7

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Technical Staffing Resources (TSR) is the in-house agency and master vendor for KBR, a leading global engineering, construction, and services company.

KBR supports the hydrocarbon and government services markets on six continents. Serving their customers through diverse business units, KBR offers challenging assignments on some of the world's largest and most complex projects.

KBR is looking to recruit a Principal Instrument and Controls System Engineer on a 6-month contract based in Leatherhead.

On Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay rate
• Outside IR35, highly likely so engagement through an LLC is permitted
• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home

Job Overview

We are seeking a Control System Engineer with proven experience in designing control systems for offshore platforms.

Responsibilities

• Designing process control and automation systems in compliance with industry and customer/client standards.
• Collaborating with team members in the home office and other execution centers.
• Sizing and selecting field instruments.
• Developing philosophies, specifications, and datasheets.
• Assisting with the design of DCS, PLC, and SCADA-based process control systems.
• Collaborating with client counterparts to develop control system concepts, architectures, and platforms.
• Performing automation-related tasks such as creating I/O lists, instrumentation lists, and specifying instrumentation and control elements.
• Supporting risk assessments such as SIL, LOPA, and HAZOP.
• Preparing budgetary requisitions and bid evaluations.
• Having working knowledge of IEC 61508 & IEC 61511.

Preference will be given to candidates with exposure to BP standards/work processes.