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Job Description
Wood is currently looking for a Principal Alarm Management Engineer to join our System Integration (SI) team within our Digital Consulting business supporting across our UK projects. There is a requirement for hybrid working with Tuesday and Wednesday based out of Aberdeen, Glasgow or Staines. Occasional travel to the client site is also expected as required. Applicants must be able to pass HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check.
The Role
The Principal Alarm Management Engineer is responsible for managing the full alarm system lifecycle—aligned with ISA‑18.2, EEMUA191, and IEC62682—including creating or reviewing the Alarm Philosophy and master alarm database, chairing rationalization workshops, designing and improving alarm systems to reduce nuisance alarms, and conducting regular compliance audits using Excel tools or bespoke software.
Our Clients and Projects
Our Systems Integration (SI) team works with a variety of high-profile clients across the energy sector. We deliver bespoke essential automation and control systems solutions that enable a safer and more efficient operation. Within SI, we architect digital ecosystems to be inherently safe, cybersecure and operable, integrating client source systems across IT and OT environments and securely pushing OT data into IT systems as a foundation for transformation.
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What We Can Offer
* Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
* Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs, including hybrid and remote working where relevant
* Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
* Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure market alignment
* Flexible benefits package including 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), plus potential for one additional ‘flex day’ per month, plus pension, private medical cover, life insurance
* Commitment to continued professional development with tailored development plans
* Global connections: join experts at the leading edge of the industry
* Energy Transition Academy: exposure to existing and emerging energy systems
Responsibilities
The Key Objectives of this role include:
* Management of Alarm System: in-depth understanding of alarm management lifecycle stages as per ISA 18.2, EEMUA191, and IEC 62682
o Create or review Alarm Philosophy, Alarm System Requirements Specification, Alarm rationalisation workshop terms of reference, and master alarm database
o Chair and facilitate alarm rationalisation workshops using bespoke software and alarm databases
o Design and implement effective alarm systems that meet operational needs
o Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce nuisance alarms and enhance system performance
o Conduct regular assessments and audits for compliance with standards
o Provide training for personnel interacting with alarm systems
* Functional Safety Management: primary contact for functional safety for project definition, development, and execution
* Workshop Coordination: develop terms of reference and organise workshops (HAZOP, LOPA, CHAZOP, EHAZID, etc.)
* Deliverables Management: create or review key functional safety documents, including Functional Safety Plan, Safety Requirement Specifications, SIS Impact Analysis, SIL calculations and related procedures
* Assessment Coordination: oversee functional safety assessments, audits, security risk assessments and independent verification
* Prior Use Demonstration: coordinate or conduct demonstrations
* Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: work with other teams to develop deliverables (P&IDs, cause & effect diagrams, alarm & trip schedules, instrument datasheets, SIS logic solver user requirement specifications)
* Compliance Assurance: ensure alignment with project safety specifications and standards (IEC61508, IEC61511)
* Software Proficiency: utilise exSILentia software for managing functional safety lifecycle activities
* Manhours Monitoring: track and control manhours for functional safety activities
* Test Participation: attend FATs and SATs, conduct SIS verification and validation
* Reporting: produce technical and progress reports
* Project Schedule Support: assist project management in developing the project schedule
* Performance Monitoring: monitor KPIs such as cost and schedule performance
* Client Liaison: act as primary contact for clients
Qualifications
What Makes you Remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities. Even if you don’t match every statement, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent demonstratable experience
* TUV FS Engineer certificate or equivalent
* Alarm Management Practitioner certificate
* Significant experience in EPC/MAC/plant operations in oil & gas, hydrocarbon, refinery, offshore, or infrastructure sectors
* Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple projects
* Experience in brownfield upgrades/replacement of automation and control systems
* Stays updated on industry developments
* Understanding of commercial aspects related to projects and operations
* Excellent communication, enthusiasm and diplomacy
* Organised, detail-oriented, and collaborative
* Chartered Engineer and membership of a relevant engineering institution
* Knowledge of ISO 21789 and gas turbine safety assessment
* Compressor Station / Metering experience is advantageous
* Knowledge of IEC 62443 and cybersecurity as applicable to functional safety
About Us
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions in energy and materials markets. We operate in 60 countries with around 35,000 employees. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following characteristics in accordance with governing laws.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Professional Services
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