Principal Engineer

 

Description:

At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future.

We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience. Our ambitions are high. By 2030, renewables and low-carbon solutions for oil and gas will make up two-thirds of our business. Do you want to be a part of driving the transition?

We are looking for a Principal Engineer - Instrument to join our team based in our Aberdeen (AIBP) office.

What will you be doing?
 

  • To carry out professional engineering, procurement, construction, installation and completion activities in a competent and efficient manner whilst ensuring that the technical and safety integrity of engineering being performed is maintained at all times.
  • Liaise with client project and facilities engineering in the execution of the modifications project scopes of work.
  • Act in the capacity as Task Lead Engineer when assigned to do so within a project or contract.
  • Accountable for the effective administration and implementation of Management of Change.
  • Preparation of CTR's and man-hour estimates via the Aker Integrated Management System (AKIMS) where applicable.
  • Execute technical duties in a competent and professional manner and in accordance with company procedures.
  • Ensure work is completed on Schedule and within budget.
  • Ensure project deliverables are generated via AKIMS where applicable.
  • Review and check and approve the work of others.
  • Input into the planning, co-ordination and execution of the groups work activities.
  • Liaise with other disciplines on design, construction, fabrication and commissioning issues.
  • Provide added value to the development of their discipline / function.
  • Direct sub-ordinate engineers in their work.
  • Compilation of weekly reports on progress via AKIMS where applicable.
  • Responsibility for the performance of others within their discipline / function.
  • Provide engineering and technical direction for drawing office personnel.
  • Overall responsibility for the delivery of multi-discipline and or single discipline engineering modifications / project scope of works within a contract or a project.
  • Manage the defined scopes of work provided by the contact / project management team ensuring that the discipline scopes of work are fully defined and in accordance with the client's requirements.
  • Accountable for the management of multi-discipline CTR's / man-hours ensuring that the correct levels of productivity are being maintained by involved disciplines.
  • Prepare engineering concepts and develop into detail design.
  • Carry out manual and computer analysis.
  • Prepare CTR estimates for instrument scopes.
  • Prepare construction and commissioning procedures.
  • Review and comment on vendor information and assist with inspection and testing.
  • Carry out single and inter-discipline checks and reviews.
  • Review and check subordinate engineers work.
  • Attend Factory Acceptance Tests
  • Carry out onshore / offshore survey and answer site queries.
     

We Think You Should Have
 

  • Basic knowledge of design software such as PDMS, Navisworks and Autocad.
  • Familiar with the aspects of HAZOP / HAZID
  • Familiar with the aspects of Functional Safety
  • Familiar with the aspects of Safety Instrumented Systems to IEC 61511
  • Educated to HNC/HND level in engineering discipline
  • Educated to degree level in engineering discipline
  • Chartered or Incorporated Engineer
  • TON/ Rheinland Certified
  • Sound working knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards
  • Conversant with appropriate technical software
  • Aware of latest technical developments
  • Current Offshore Survival Certificate.
  • Current Offshore Medical Certificate.

Organization Aker Solutions
Industry Engineering Jobs
Occupational Category Principal Engineer
Job Location Aberdeen,UK
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2025-02-12 9:15 pm
Expires on 2025-06-13