Principal Controls and Instrumentation Engineer (C&I)

Jacobs -
Manchester

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Job details

Qualifications

Process automation systems
Instrumentation and control experience
Programmable logic controllers
Mentoring
Multidisciplinary collaboration

Full job description

Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Capabilities

Electrical

Office Setup

Hybrid

Job ID

#40218

Industry

Water

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Working in partnership with major water companies including, United Utilities, Northumbrian Water, Thames Water, Severn Trent Water, and Anglian Water. Jacobs are delighted to be part of the unprecedented investment and transformation programme that will reshape the Water industry, leaving a lasting legacy for our communities and future generations.

From FEED, through to detail design, supply chain management, installation, commissioning and long term O&M asset performance. You play an integral role in the delivery of technical leadership to ensure the development of innovative, sustainable, and resilient ICA/C&I solutions across the water and wastewater sector.

Recognised as the trusted Technical Authority for C&I design and delivery. You will lead complex C&I work packages, shaping technical solutions across the project lifecycle.

Based out of our London, Reading or Birmingham offices, your remit will include:

Lead and shape complex C&I design and build packages.
Embed, quality, safety, constructability, sustainability and reliability throughout design, engineering construction, and commissioning phases.
Be Technical authority and reference point forC&I engineering issues, ensuring the delivery of innovative and robust ICA solutions covering:

Field instrumentation and measurement.

PLC, SCADA, telemetry, and process control systems.

Control philosophies, FDS, and I/O strategies.

C&I systems integration with mechanical, electrical, and process designs.

Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams, including civil, mechanical, electrical, process, commissioning, and operations.
Apply engineering governance, ensuring ICA deliverables and milestones meet required standards, specifications, and regulatory expectations.
Mentor and support both the personal and professional development of colleagues and peers fostering a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture that is focussed on delivering technical excellence.
Promote innovation, and agility that adds value and exceeds expectations.
Actively develop and maintain a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and psychological safety.

Here's what you'll need

Are you an experienced Controls and Instrumentation professional who wants to remain hands on technically, while directly influencing project direction, quality, and outcomes across transformational Water Infrastructure Design & Build programmes? We would be delighted to hear from experienced C&I candidates looking to play your part in helping us redefine water and wastewater infrastructure, who can demonstrate a blend of the following skills experience and attributes;

Chartered Engineer or working towards (CEng) status (e.g. IET or equivalent).
A sound knowledge of the water sector regulations and safety protocols.
Established career in Instrumentation, Control and Automation within the Water industry.
Demonstrable track record of delivering C&I solutions throughout the detailed design and Design & Build phases.
Comfortable making sound technical judgements.
Proficient in applying robust C&I engineering knowledge to deliver innovative, compliant solutions from concept through commissioning.
Ability to balance innovation with regulatory compliance
Have a supportive, collaborative, inclusive leadership style
Posses an established awareness of Commercial and Change management.

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Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

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As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

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