Principal Instrument Engineer PSC

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

Job summary

A leading global consulting and engineering firm is seeking a Principal Instrument Engineer for a contract role in Aberdeen. The position involves providing engineering support, managing project deliverables, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and significant experience in instrument engineering, with hybrid working arrangements available.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in engineering or equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience in instrument engineering and project management.
• Ability to present technical solutions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support and execute work per contract standards.
• Originate and check engineering deliverables within budget.
• Manage project resources and support quality assurance activities.

Skills

Instrument engineering support

Regulatory awareness

Project management

Technical presentation

Education

MSc, MEng, or equivalent

BSc, BEng, or equivalent with considerable relevant experience

HNC/HND or equivalent with relevant experience

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is currently recruiting for a Principal Instrument Engineer on a contract basis working outside IR35. Hybrid working will be required, with 3 days per week in the Aberdeen office.

Responsibilities

1. Provide instrument engineering support to the client contract as required.
2. Execute assigned work in accordance with applicable contract procedures, client, and project standards.
3. Originate and check instrument engineering deliverables on the client contract within budget and schedule.
4. Maintain awareness of relevant regulatory frameworks, legislative changes, industry initiatives, and technological developments, promoting this knowledge to direct reports.
5. Manage discipline CTRs, contribute to estimates, proposals, plans, and progress reports.
6. Develop calculation packages as required.
7. Perform site or client office visits if necessary.
8. Present and describe engineering solutions and concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
9. Organise, plan, and coordinate own work and resources assigned to specific projects.
10. Support quality and technical assurance activities as needed.

Qualifications

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

About Us

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

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration based on objective criteria, regardless of race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws.