C&I Lead Principal Engineer

Start date: ASAP

Duration: 12 months contract

Location: Glasgow

Position Overview

This position is being offered by an industry leading, global EPC contractor renowned for supporting the energy transition and delivering next generation project execution services. The role involves leading and managing the Control & Instrument (C&I) scope of work for Gas transmission project in UK, including oversight across both FEED and Detailed Design phases. The role will ensure successful delivery of C&I engineering solutions through effective team leadership, technical expertise, and robust communication with project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project activities as the functional Lead Engineer, directing teams of Engineers and Designers in the UK and internationally.
• Coordinate and develop C&I engineering deliverables for medium and large capital projects within gas transmission.
• Implement project execution, ensure equipment compliance and specification, liaise with Client Engineers and Project Management, and carry out technical bid analysis and requisitioning.
• Apply expertise in DCS, PLC, SIS systems including system lifecycle management, and Specification/Design of Hazardous Area Instrumentation.
• Oversee requirements for Mechanical packages, conduct P&ID development, and manage sizing of flow devices, control valves, and safety devices.
• Ensure design safety, constructability, and compliance with company standards through proactive communication and innovation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven Control & Instrument Engineering Design experience from concept through start-up on medium/large projects.
• Extensive background in the Gas industry, ideally with involvement in Gas Transmission/Grid projects and/or G35 Approval experience.
• Competency in specification, selection, and compliance for field instrumentation and systems, preferably within an EPC contracting environment.
• Experience with Electrical protection methodologies and hazardous area instrumentation (ATEX).

About Airswift

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with the unique needs of each organisation. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift's geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry. If you would like to be considered for this position and would like further details, please apply now!

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