Principal Instrument Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering leader is seeking a Principal Instrument Engineer on a contract basis. The position is hybrid with three days a week in the office and offers opportunities on major projects in the energy sector. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, such as MSc or equivalent, and experience in the field. This role provides the chance for long-term career development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in engineering or relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instrument engineering support to the client contract.
• Execute assigned work in accordance with applicable standards.
• Originate and check instrument engineering deliverables.

Education

MSc, MEng, or equivalent professional qualification

BSc, BEng, or equivalent with considerable relevant experience

HNC / HND or equivalent with relevant extensive experience

Job description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood is currently recruiting for a Principal Instrument Engineer on a contract basis, working outside IR35 with hybrid working 3 days per week in our Aberdeen or Glasgow office. This role offers opportunities on large standalone projects and on/offshore modification scopes with some of the largest global operators in the energy industry, providing long-term career prospects.

Responsibilities

• Provide instrument engineering support to the client contract as required.
• Execute assigned work in accordance with applicable contract procedures, client, and project standards.
• Originate and check instrument engineering deliverables within budget and schedule.
• Maintain awareness of relevant regulatory frameworks, legislation changes, and industry technology developments, and promote this knowledge to direct reports.
• Manage discipline CTRs, contribute to estimates, proposals, plans, and progress reports.
• Develop calculation packages as required.
• Perform site or client office visits if necessary.
• Present and describe engineering solutions and concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Organise, plan, and coordinate work and resources for specific projects.
• Support quality and technical assurance activities as required.

Qualifications

MSc, MEng, or equivalent professional qualification; or BSc, BEng, or equivalent with considerable relevant experience; or HNC / HND or equivalent with relevant extensive experience.

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We operate in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration based on objective criteria and without regard to protected characteristics, veteran status, or other characteristics as per relevant laws.