systems ENGINEER

Role Duration

Permanent

Location      

Grangemouth (Site/office based)

about the role

The key requirements of this role are to:

• Lead DCS upgrades across all FPS assets
• Work closely with operations, process engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to develop and execute projects
• Provide ops support during TAR’s, commissioning, start-up, and routine operations
• Manage maintenance, security and availability ensuring compliance with industry standards with a focus on 61511, 61508 & 62443
• Participate in risk assessments and baseline audits to ensure robust cybersecurity practices are implemented and maintained
• Manage asset DCS & security projects: Work with vendors to execute projects managing requirements specs, budgets, testing and handover. 
• Execute engineering and configuration level 1 systems : PLC’s, Advanced Control, Optimisation, HMI, Router, Switch & Firewall configuration
• Lead OT Admin activities for active directory, servers, workstations, historians, on Prem cloud, applications & database management.
• Ineos 20P - Responsible for maintaining the asset and protective systems integrity

WHAT does the day to day look like?

• Work closely and integrate with the FPS Automation team to support operations and respond to emergent issues
• Job responsible engineer for management of change, writing specifications, driving risk assessments and executing all aspects of asset modifications
• Supporting others in the teams to deliver projects across all assets
• Respond to emergent requests from operations and process engineers to implement control system modifications, alarm management and HMI improvements  
• Take part in planning activities to manage resource and budgets to deliver projects with other disciplines and plan activities with vendors 
• Attend regular meetings with operations & projects teams to plan resource and vendor effort
• Analyse daily and weekly integrity reports with follow up remediation and repair work
• Analyse existing cyber security strategies/controls and assess their effectiveness
• Carry out security maintenance: monitoring system health, checking automated backup systems including response and recovery systems

what do I need?

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Control, or Process Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven experience with Distributed Control Systems (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Honeywell, Cisco) .
• Strong knowledge of control system design, programming, and integration.
• Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, OPC).
• Experience with safety instrumented systems and functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508/61511).
• Experience with server/ workstation build & configuration, virtual environments, database management
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems.(IEC62443)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in industries such as oil & gas, power generation, or manufacturing

About us

When you join us at FPS, you are part of a much larger family. INEOS is a truly global company, with a diverse portfolio of businesses ranging from petrochemicals and healthcare to consumer brands and sports interests. Our products touch and enhance every aspect of modern life.

The Forties Pipeline System (FPS) plays a key role in safely and reliably transporting hydrocarbons from the central North Sea, onshore for processing.

We pride ourselves in offering a working environment that is friendly and welcoming. We will give you the support and space to develop yourself, feel empowered and to have a fulfilling professional career with us.

We are constantly striving for operational excellence, whether improving the energy efficiency of our plants, developing new ways of working or delivering on our net zero commitments. We like to push the boundaries and challenge conventional thinking.

Sustainability is fundamental to everything we do. Our business is already underpinning the journey and transition to a low-carbon future across Scotland and the UK. More information on our latest Environmental Public statement can be found here.

So; if you share our vision for a sustainable future, if you possess the skills and competencies to help deliver our net zero road map and if you want to be a part of the remarkable next step in the development of our business, we’d like to hear from you.

What’s in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with a 34 days holidays per year (inclusive of bank holidays), a competitive salary and a discretionary business bonus scheme (opportunity of up to 20%).

We have a range of benefits available including a generous contributory pension scheme, holiday purchase scheme, gym facilities/ gym membership, enhanced maternity/ paternity leave, salary sacrifice car leasing, life assurance and an employee assistance programme which includes mental and physical wellbeing, financial and legal advice and support.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining Ineos FPS.  If you would like to discuss any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact opportunities.uk@ineos.com.

what happens now?

Application Process

All applications should be made on line and interested candidates should submit their CV via our website.

Pre-screen

Applicants with a successful CV may be invited to an online MS Teams or telephone call to further discuss the role, the organisation and your suitability.

Formal Interview

Successful applicants will be invited to face to face interview, which will consist of behavioural and technical questions. For some roles the recruitment process may also include technical testing, behaviour questionnaires and/ or a delivering a presentation.

Pre-employment process

Before commencing work with Ineos FPS you will need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a pre-employment medical, employment history reference and qualification verification check. Some roles may also require a criminality check.