Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Location: Surrey, UK (Minimum 4 days/week onsite, non-negotiable)
Contract: Initial 12-month contract (Outside IR35)
Rate: Competitive/Negotiable

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support a major Aramco project during the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) phase. This role involves designing state-of-the-art control systems, ensuring compliance with Aramco standards, and working closely with clients, vendors, and multi-discipline teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop control system specifications ensuring compliance with Aramco and industry standards.
• Design control system deliverables, including P&IDs and Instrument Lists.
• Collaborate with clients & vendors to define system requirements and package interfaces.
• Conduct risk assessments (SIL, LOPA, HAZOP) and prepare ICSS technical requisitions.
• Assist in creating Process Control Narratives and Cause & Effect diagrams.
• Work with electrical teams and MCC to determine I/O requirements.
• Support multi-center project execution and brownfield onshore projects.

Requirements

Proven experience in Automation Engineering—preferably on Aramco projects.
Strong understanding of control system design & FEED phase execution.
Expertise in IEC 61508 & IEC 61511 standards.
Hands-on experience with SIL, LOPA, and HAZOP assessments.
Ability to develop technical specifications, bid evaluations, and ICSS requisitions.
Brownfield onshore project experience is highly desirable.
Experience working in multi-discipline, multi-center project environments.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-profile project in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Apply now to be part of an industry-leading team!