About the role

Senior Automation Systems Hardware Engineer focusing on Safety Instrumented Systems. Involved in designing and testing safety-related automation hardware for industrial processes.

Responsibilities

Develop hardware solutions for Safety Instrumented Systems including Fire & Gas (F&G), and Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems
Specify, design, review and test safety PLCs, logic solvers, and associated control panel hardware
Design panel layouts, cable routing, I/O wiring schemes, and power distribution with safety integrity in mind
Development and selection of wiring typical for field sensors and actuators
Ensure all designs comply with Client Standards
Ensure all designs comply with common industry standards such as IEC 61508/61511, IEE wiring regulations, and client specifications
Interpret and ensure Safety Integrity Level (SIL) requirements met throughout the safety lifecycle
Work closely with Control & Instrumentation engineers, Functional Safety specialists, and Cybersecurity teams to ensure seamless integration of safety hardware
Conduct hardware troubleshooting and validation during FAT/SAT, ensuring compliance with safety lifecycle requirements
Produce and maintain detailed documentation: GA drawings, BOMs, wiring schematics, SIL calculations, test reports, and safety validation records
Support site surveys, commissioning, and startup activities, ensuring adherence to safety standards throughout

Proven and demonstrable experience with Safety PLCs (e.g., Siemens PCS7 Safety, HIMA, Triconex Yokogawa Safety manager/Yokogawa SLS etc)
Familiarity with and a good understanding of Ladder logic
Familiarity with hardwired and relay-based logic solvers and legacy safety systems
Knowledge of communication links and protocols (Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet) in safety-critical environments
Demonstrated understanding of IEC 61508/61511 safety lifecycle and SIL assessment
TUV certification preferred but not expected

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), plus the potential for one additional ‘flex day’ per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field