Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world

Wood is currently looking for a Functional Safety Engineer to join our System Integration (SI) team within our Digital Consulting business supporting across our UK projects.


This is a hybrid role that can be based at any of the following UK offices: Aberdeen, Staines, Reading, Glasgow or Northampton with the expectation of travel as required.


Applicants must be able to pass HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check.

The Role

The Functional Safety Engineer will provide functional safety lifecycle management responsibility to ensure project compliance with client and Wood Functional Safety specifications as well as applicable code requirements and national/international standards.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Our Systems Integration (SI) team, work with a variety of high-profile clients across the energy sector. Delivering bespoke essential automation and control systems solutions that enable a safer and more efficient operation.


Within SI, we are architecting our clients' digital ecosystems to be inherently safe, cybersecure and operable. Within our teams we integrate client source systems across their IT, Operational Technology (OT) environments, securely pushing OT data into IT systems as a foundation for transformation.


We design and integrate operational technology to achieve business, production, and operational goals.


Visit our web page to find out more about the exciting work we do: Automation & systems integration | Wood

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 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 remuneration 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

The Key Objectives of this role are:

Management of Alarm System:

In-depth understanding of alarm management lifecycle stages as per ISA 18.2, EMMUU191, and IEC 62682 + Create or review Alarm Philosophy, Alarm System Requirement Specification, Alarm rationalisation workshop terms of reference, and master alarm database
+ Chair and facilitate alarm rationalisation workshops, using bespoke software, simplified Excel workbooks, and alarm databases
+ Design and implement effective alarm systems that meet operational needs
+ Lead initiatives for the continuous improvement of alarm systems to reduce nuisance alarms and enhance overall system performance
+ Conduct regular assessments and audits of the alarm management system to ensure compliance with established standards
+ Provide training for personnel responsible for interacting with alarm systems, ensuring understanding of alarm management protocols and best practices

Functional Safety Management

: Serve as the primary contact for functional safety for project definition, development, and execution

Workshop Coordination

: Develop terms of reference and organise workshops such as HAZOP, LOPA, CHAZOP, EHAZID, etc

Deliverables Management

: Create or review key functional safety documents, including: + - Functional Safety Plan
+ - Functional Safety Management Procedures
+ - Safety Requirement Specifications
+ - SIS Impact Analysis
+ - SIL Calculations
+ - Emergency Depressurization & Blowdown Specifications
+ - SIL Verification and Validation Procedures, etc

Assessment Coordination

: Oversee functional safety assessments, audits, security risk assessments and independent verification of lifecycle deliverables

Prior Use Demonstration

: Coordinate or conduct prior use demonstrations

Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

: Work with other teams to develop deliverables like P&IDs, cause & effect diagrams, alarm & trip schedules, instrument datasheets, and SIS logic solver user requirement specifications, ensuring functional safety considerations are integrated

Compliance Assurance

: Ensure alignment with project functional safety specifications, client standards, and relevant national/international standards (e.g., IEC61508, IEC61511)

Software Proficiency

: Utilise existential software for managing functional safety lifecycle activities

Manhours Monitoring

: Track and control manhours for functional safety activities

Test Participation

: Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and participate in Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), conduct SIS verification and validation reviews according to project standards

Reporting

: Produce technical and progress reports

Project Schedule Support

: Assist project management in developing the project schedule

Performance Monitoring

: Support project performance by monitoring key performance indicators, such as cost and schedule performance

Client Liaison

: Act as the primary contact for clients, ensuring their satisfaction and requirements are met

What Makes you Remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges

Expected:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent applicable demonstratable experience TUV FS Engineer certificate or equivalent Alarm Management Practitioner certificate Significant experience in EPC/MAC/plant operations, specifically in process or automation & control systems within the oil & gas, hydrocarbon, refinery, offshore, or infrastructure sectors Ability to prioritise tasks effectively to manage multiple projects running concurrently Experience in brownfield upgrades/replacement of automation and control systems projects Stay updated on the latest industry developments Understanding of commercial aspects as related to projects and operations Excellent communication abilities, with enthusiasm and diplomacy in interactions Inquisitive, well organised, and have a keen eye for detail Ability to work effectively in an integrated team environment, supporting colleagues and fostering trust and respect within the team

Desirable:

Chartered Engineer and member of appropriate engineering institution Knowledge of ISO 21789 and performance of gas turbine safety assessment review Compressor Station / Metering experience is advantageous Knowledge of IEC 62443 and cybersecurity as applicable to functional safety

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. 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 (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.