Principal Instrumentation Engineer - Teesside or Renfrew Based with hybrid working
Altrad Major Projects business are currently expanding due to a number of project successes in the North East. To support this growth we anticipate the need for a Principal C&I Engineer with FEED and Detailed Design experience to join us on a 12 month basis and be responsible for all Control & Instrumentation engineering work, allocating, supervising, and directing preparation of project deliverables.
As part of the opportunity you will be expected to formulate resolutions and supervision of technically challenging and/or high-profile issues, with support from the Lead Engineer or Project Engineering Manager. The hybrid role offers 2 days working from home maximum with 3 days in the office minimum.
Why Altrad?
Altrad Babcock is a specialist in the delivery of engineering, construction, aftermarket and upgrade services to hydrogen, clean energy, nuclear, oil & gas, petrochemical and process sectors. Using the latest technologies, best-in-class engineering expertise and an industry-leading project management capability, we build, maintain and extend the life of customer assets worldwide.
We empower our people to deliver services that create a sustainable world.
What will you be doing?
The appointed will supervise, review and check the C&I and Telecoms activities which include, Philosophies, Specifications, Shut Down Cause & Effect Charts, Schedules, Drawings & Diagrams, Datasheets and Technical Requisitions for long lead items.
You will also:
- Participate in multi-discipline Engineering Design Reviews and provides all necessary C&I and Telecoms engineering input and support to close out of actions.
- Identifies a clear scope of work and prepares the Master Document Register (MDR). Responsible for planning / scheduling the C&I and Telecoms engineering activities and manpower resource.
- Delegate some level of supervision and specific checking activities to appropriate competent personnel.
- Identifies and resolves discrepancies and divergences from original proposal / contract by raising technical queries with projects / client.
- Quantifies the total number of engineering deliverables, man-hour allocation and format of delivery, and other requirements for execution of the work. Provides necessary regular project controls / reporting input to Project Management.
- Provides support to Procurement including for long lead item enquiry prepares Technical Requisitions, reviews vendor documentation, and provides Technical Bid Evaluation support to ensure design conformance.
- Ensures compatibility and conformance with client specifications and recommends cost effective improvements to equipment selection / specifications within the scope of client specifications and requirements.
- Consults Quality Assurance with any quality issues ensuring compliance with the client's ISO Quality procedures, Project Quality Plan and Design Integrity processes and procedures.
- Co-ordinates Internal and client audit requests and facilitates audit procedures of engineering systems within the department.
- Complying with the client's accredited frameworks such as ISO 14001.
- Performs related duties as and when instructed by the C&I Group Manager.
So what do you need to be considered?
Qualifications:
- BSc / BEng, with a minimum of 10 years experience.
Desirable:
- CEng
- TUV Rheinland SIS Functional Safety Qualification
- Good commercial contractual awareness/risk management skills
- Experience with other disciplines including processing plant construction, commissioning, and operation
Knowledge, Skills, & Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years general engineering experience with at least 7 years in the Process & Energy business sector focusing on the design office and field engineering
- Experienced in FEED, Detailed Design, Delivering Safety Lifecycle Documentation inline with IEC 61511
- Capable of participating in Factory Acceptance Tests
- Well-developed understanding of Matrix management systems and organisational structures
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Ability to problem-solve effectively
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to effectively work in a team
- Attention to detail
- Well-developed computer skills and knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, and engineering design programs
- Leadership ability/skills with ability to delegate effectively
- Understanding of British and common international standards and regulatory authority requirements in the Process & Energy Sector
- Construction and commissioning site experience
Personal Attributes:
- Good verbal, written, presentation, interpersonal and organisational skill
- Motivating and empowering management style
- Personal integrity and trustworthiness
- A willingness to treat all people with respect, integrity, and consistency
- High levels of initiative and “get up and go” to manage own workflow to meet objectives
- A capacity for persistence and resilience and patience in a sometimes-challenging environment
- An appreciation of the value of teamwork and willingness to work as part of a team, providing support for other team members as required
Altrad Babcock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills, and passion for making a difference. Everyone is welcome to apply.
If you wish to be considered please apply using the link and start your journey with Altrad…
