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Closing date: 30/06/2021

Senior Digital Operations Analyst / Systems Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Digital Operations Analyst / Systems Engineer to join our rapidly expanding Digital Operations team. You'll be helping our team to design, build and deploy real-time information systems and solutions and support our clients’ systems for the long term through on-going development and maintenance.

This role can be based out of any of our locations.

The role will involve:

• Undertaking a wide range of tasks related to the design, implementation, maintenance, and delivery of Real-time Information Systems solutions.
• Working with clients to identify solutions and provide innovative enhancements for their systems.
• Producing Requirements Specifications and having input to Design Specifications.
• Developing and executing Test Specifications.
• Designing and developing applications as part of real-time information systems, principally using the OSIsoft PI System.
• Investigating and resolving problems with real-time information systems.

You will be:

• An excellent verbal and written communicator with a high attention to detail
• Able to work to strict deadlines and deliver high quality results
• Able to multi-task, working on various issues throughout the working day
• Is able to support and mentor less experienced colleagues to aid in their development
• Proactive with a genuine continuous improvement desire
• Flexible and co-operative with an enthusiastic attitude to work
• An enthusiastic learner
• Confident and calm under pressure

You will have:

• Good analytical and problem-solving ability
• A Computer Science or Computing related degree
• Excellent knowledge and experience of the OSIsoft PI System
• Proficient ability with Microsoft Office products
• Knowledge and experience in automation through the use of scripting or other similar means (desirable)
• Knowledge and experience with several of the following technologies desirable: VBA, C#, VB.NET, ASP.NET, Javascript JSON, Angular, Azure, AWS
• A sound grasp of database technologies (desirable)
• Knowledge of Rotating Equipment (desirable)
• Good knowledge and understanding of upstream oil and gas and/or power generation (desirable)

Closing date: 30/06/2021

Project Controller

We're seeking a Project Controller with strong analytical and critical thinking skills to be responsible for minimising the cost and risk of ITI’s projects and enhancing value for money, while still achieving the required legal standards and quality support to the project management function. 

You will be responsible for the management of costs and earnings on projects, including estimating, planning, measuring and monitoring progress, and costs, maintaining project controls, developing and negotiating claims, contract management and giving advice and suggestions on legal and contractual issues for groups of smaller projects and also a small number of concurrent large-scale projects.

The role will involve:

• Examining and assessing project plans and preparing quantity requirements
• Establishing, leading and managing the planning, control and contract administration of larger projects. 
• Liaising and working collaboratively with project managers, site managers, clients, contractors, subcontractors, and stakeholders 
• Gathering and preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessments, and other necessary and relevant documents and reviewing them with the appropriate management or personnel
• Knowing, adhering to, and advising on contract/legislative conditions.
• Performing risk, value management and cost control during project delivery.
• Documenting relevant changes in design and updating budgets when required – building supporting evidence and submitting change control notices/variations to clients in line with contractual requirements.
• Providing advice, recommendations, and suggestions to managers and clients on innovative improvements and new strategies.
• Planning procurement for projects and controlling spend and payments.
• Negotiating contracts and work schedules, allocate work to subcontractors, and overseeing their work at all stages.
• Building and maintaining excellent customer relationships.
• Establishing appropriate longer term agreements with suppliers/sub-contractors where this brings a business advantage.
• Promoting and ensuring conformity and consistency in the application of the company management process within projects.

You will have:

• An appropriate Honours Degree in Construction Management, Accounting or Engineering subject.
• Excellent knowledge of Contract Law and the execution of projects using typical forms of contracts (NEC3/4, IChemE, FIDIC etc).
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Project and Excel
• Good knowledge of other Microsoft Office products, including Word, PowerPoint, Visio.
• Proven project planning and project coordination/control skills.
• Proven track record in systems delivery. 
• A proven track record in project control / QS role for large £ms Control System Implementation projects within the engineering industry.
• Proven track record of contract and change management negotiation
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• The ability to achieve SC level clearance.
• Strong commercial, financial and contract management skills, with experience of NEC and other forms of contract.
• Adequate experience of project estimating and/or finance.
• Excellent negotiating skills required to negotiate costs with vendors and subcontractors and ensure the best deals and minimum budget as much as possible
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills – ability to write detailed and concise reports and communicate with clients, subcontractors, and other relevant stakeholders efficiently and effectively.
• Membership of the IET / RICS / ACCA or an equivalent institution (desirable).
• Formal Project Management Qualifications – PRINCE2, GAMP, APMP (desirable).
• Experience of using formal contract management tools (e.g. CEMAR, DALUX) (desirable and would be advantageous).

You will be:

• Flexible and customer focused.
• Proactive with a genuine continuous improvement desire.
• Co-operative, with an enthusiastic attitude to work.
• An enthusiastic learner.
• Confident and calm under pressure.
• Able to demonstrate an organised approach
• Able to inspire thoroughness and diligence in others.

Closing date: 30/06/2021

Principal Systems Engineer - Power & Infrastructure

We have an opening for a Principal Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, programming and testing of major components of mission critical innovative industrial control solutions.

You will work with both hardware and software (PLC/HMI/SCADA, including Functional Safety Systems) and will play a key role in actively developing ITI’s technical offerings as technology advances and clients’ expectations become more demanding.

You will be responsible for project and task oversight of numerous team members and for general development of skills and capabilities across the team and will be able to provide expert technical support to Business Development colleagues for bids and campaigns.

We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer. As such this role can be based out of either our Warrington or our Sheffield office.

The role will involve:

• Leading the design, development, programming and testing of major components of mission critical innovative solutions.
• Design and configuration of cyber-secure infrastructure and communications between solution components using industry standard protocols.
• General efficient, effective and ethical people management responsibilities including but not limited to performance management and appraisals, absence management, plus learning & development plans.
• Developing a thorough understanding of ITI's operational procedures and ensure compliance with both internal and external standards.
• Assembly supervision and electrical testing of solution hardware (including functional safety systems).
• Leading installation and commissioning of solutions on customer sites.
• Providing support and mentoring for more junior engineers.
• Providing knowledge leadership in specific areas of expertise - supporting, coaching and training others in that area.
• Providing expert technical support to Business Development colleagues for bids and campaigns.
• Actively developing ITI’s technical offerings as technology advances and clients’ expectations become more demanding.
• Representing ITI at national and international events and conferences.
• Working with clients to identify solutions appropriate to them.
• Giving clear presentations to customers of their ideas.
• Producing Strategy Documents, Requirements Specifications and Design Specifications.
• Building and leading a team, recruiting new team members and developing others through mentoring.

You will have:

• A basic understanding of electrical system drawings, including GA’s, Wiring Schematics and Termination Diagrams
• Good fundamental electrical knowledge and an ability to understand/interpret system drawings.
• Expert knowledge of IT/OT Solution delivery and of related governance issues.
• Deep knowledge / skills in multiple relevant specific technology platforms and expert knowledge/skills in at least 1 platform (Preferably Schneider PLC/HMI/SCADA).
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of Quality Management System procedures and be able to support Quality Audits for projects.
• Deep knowledge of Windows Operating System configuration and lockdown.
• Strong knowledge of network switch and firewall configuration and network management packages.
• A good understanding of IT infrastructure, including servers, operating systems, databases and networking.
• The ability to estimate time and costs for complex or novel proposals based on experience and norms.
• Electrical & Electronic or Electrical or Software Engineering degree (min 2:1) or similar qualification.
• Experience of Full Turnkey Projects / Full Lifecycle Projects (from concept to commission)]
• Undertaken site installation, testing and/or commissioning of a control system(s).
• A minimum of 2 years (typically 3-5 years) successful and productive experience as a qualified Senior Control System Engineer.
• Achieved Professional Accreditation with recognised organisation (IET/BCS) or able to provide suitable evidence of alternative CPD.
• Deep understanding of nuclear and/or power industries, with well-established network and reputation within said industry.
• Experience with software development and configuration tools, methods and processes.
• An excellent ability to capture information, analyse it, and articulate an appropriate solution.
• Commercial awareness and diligence.
• Valid driving license and a willingness to work away from home for short periods.
• Configuration experience with Schneider hardware and software products, including but not limited to the M580 range of PLCs, Unity Pro and Vijeo Designer (desirable).

You will be:

• Proficient in generation of formal technical documentation for the full life cycle of projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Able to operate “self-sufficiently” on customer’s premises, including production locations.
• Able to develop strategies and think in terms of architectures.
• Able to demonstrate successful communication, collaboration and leadership with/of team members.
• Interested in continuous improvement and an enthusiastic learner.
• Proactive with a genuine continuous improvement desire.
• Flexible and co-operative, with an enthusiastic attitude to work.
• An enthusiastic proponent of technology with a clear understanding of the business benefits that it provides.
• Interested in understanding developing technological capabilities and able to identify how these can be applied.
• Confident and calm under pressure.
• Not afraid to admit mistakes.
• Persuasive, and able to overcome resistance from third parties, such that the customer’s goals are achieved.
• Disciplined to deliver a high quality of service while achieving time and budget constraints 
• Eligible for security clearance checks for access to client sites.
• Comfortable interacting with customers at a senior level in a manner that instils confidence.

Closing date: 30/06/2021

Wiring Technician

We're seeking an experienced wiring technician to support our team with a wide range of responsibilities related to the manufacture, delivery and installation of process control and safety solutions.

You will be responsible for the fitting out, wiring and testing of bespoke control panels, in accordance with provided drawings and company specifications. The role may also include visits to client sites to carry out works as and when required.

The role will involve:

• Undertaking a wide range of tasks related to the manufacture, delivery and installation of process control and safety solutions, principally for the oil & gas, power and infrastructure industries.
• Fitting out, wiring and testing control system panels in accordance with issued drawings, schedules, company standards and client specifications.
• Working as part of a team, providing assistance to other team members when needed.
• Resolving issues with design during manufacture in liaison with the manufacturing supervisor and manager.
• Carrying out works on clients' sites, if required.
• Working flexibly to meet the demands of our workload, could include overtime working.

You will have:

• Experience in the manufacture of bespoke electrical control systems
• Experience of working on client sites
• A minimum NVQ Level 2 in an electrical subject, preferably level 3
• Good communication skills

You will be:

• Able to read and interpret panel drawings, schedules and specifications
• A fast, neat worker
• An excellent team worker, able to work with and cooperate with others
• Proactive with a genuine continuous improvement desire
• Flexible and co-operative with an enthusiastic attitude to work
• An enthusiastic learner
• Confident and calm under pressure
• Willing to admit and address mistakes
• Able to work with minimal supervision when required (desirable)

Closing date: 30/06/2021

Proposals Engineer / Technical Bid Writer

We're seeking a confident, proactive proposals engineer. You will be well versed in safety and control solutions and responsible for identifying and discussing opportunities with clients as well as preparing technical and commercial quotations. 

You will be involved in the evaluation of customer requirements, and preparation of proposals for electrical, control, PLC and SCADA system based projects across our power and infrastructure sectors, predominantly nuclear and hydroelectric.

The role will involve:

• Discussing business opportunities with clients
• Evaluating customer requirements, design specifications and preparing quotations for cost effective, technical solutions
• Liaising with customers to discuss, influence and finalise their technical requirements
• Supporting sales staff technically during pre-tender and post-tender phases
• Supporting sales staff in influencing customer specifications
• Preparing tenders from pre-qualification documentation and submitting authorised technical/ commercial offerings incorporating input from internal engineers, subcontractors and suppliers where appropriate
• Participating in the tender review process with customers and attending negotiation meetings
• Maintaining a list of tenders prepared and their current status
• Adopting the principles of engineering best practice in all tenders and customer technical proposals
• Ensuring that all proposals comply with ITI's quality standards and that these standards are embedded in tenders and proposals
• Ensuring that there is complete confidentiality of all tender documentation during the progress of the tender
• Ensuring that all tender documentation is archived for future reference and dispute management
• Controlling internal expenditure and ensuring that proposals and tenders are undertaken and completed within budget
• Ensuring that all tenders are issued within the required timeframe

You will have:

• Degree (or equivalent) is desirable, a minimum HNC level is essential
• Experience working within a heavy process industry (Oil, Gas, Power, Nuclear, Chemical etc)
• Experience in the development of automated control and safety systems (DCS, PLC, SCADA, ESD etc.)
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral
• IT Skills, common use office software programs and CRM administration
• Workload management skills
• Experience in the development of real time information systems, digital networks and IT/OT interfaces (desirable)

You will be:

• Able to work within a team of diverse disciplines
• Proactive with a genuine continuous improvement 
• Flexible and co-operative with an enthusiastic attitude to work 
• An enthusiastic learner
• Confident and calm under pressure
• Able to prioritise and track against deadlines to ensure progression as required (desirable)
• Comfortable with conducting site surveys and leading client liaison / interaction (desirable)

Closing date: 31/07/2021

Systems Engineer – Digital Operations (Emergent Works)

We're seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Digital Operations team in Aberdeen, designing, building and deploying real-time information systems, as well as supporting our clients’ systems for the long term through on-going development and maintenance.

You will be responsible for consulting with clients to determine how to use Real-time Information Systems to deliver business benefits, primarily utilising the OSIsoft PI System and associated components.

The role will involve:

• Undertaking a wide range of tasks related to the design, implementation, maintenance, and delivery of real-time information systems.
• Working with clients to identify solutions and enhancements for their systems that are appropriate to the needs of the clients.
• Producing requirements, specifications and input to design specifications.
• Developing and executing test specifications.
• Designing and developing applications as part of real-time information systems, principally using the OSIsoft PI System.
• Giving clear, effective updates to project managers on the status of work.
• Working with senior engineers and the team to review and clarify client requirements.
• Investigating and resolving problems with real-time information systems.
• Working on client sites either in person or remotely.

You will have:

• A Computer Science or Computing related degree.
• Good Knowledge of the OSIsoft PI System.
• Good analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with a high attention to detail. 
• Knowledge and experience in automation through the use of scripting or other similar means (desirable).
• Knowledge and experience with several of the following technologies: VBA, C#, VB.NET, ASP.NET, Javascript JSON, Angular, Azure, AWS (desirable).
• Sound grasp of database technologies (desirable).
• Knowledge of the Oil & Gas industry (desirable).

You will be:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Able to work to strict deadlines and deliver high quality results.
• Able to multi-task, working on various issues throughout the working day.
• Able to take direction from senior colleagues.
• Proactive with a genuine continuous improvement desire.
• Flexible and co-operative with an enthusiastic attitude to work.
• An enthusiastic learner.
• Confident and calm under pressure.

Closing date: 31/07/2021

Graduate Systems Engineers - Safety & Control

We have two Graduate opportunities at our Sheffield office and manufacturing facility, for Electrical, Electronic or Software graduates looking to start their career with an ambitious company that offers long-term career progression and a host of employee benefits, and who want to work on innovative control solutions for critical industry. 

The roles will both work under the guidance of more experienced engineers, and will involve:

• The design, development, programming and testing of mission critical innovative solutions under the guidance of more experienced Engineers.
• Working as an integral team member contributing to the resolution of hardware and software challenges.
• The design and configuration of cyber-secure infrastructure and communications between solution components using industry standard protocols.
• Supporting the installation and commissioning of solutions on customer sites.
• Developing a thorough understanding of ITI's operational procedures and ensure compliance with both internal and external standards.

Applicants must have already achieved:

• An Electrical & Electronic or Electrical or Software Engineering degree (min 2:1) or similar qualification. 
• Academic or Work Placement experience of design and development of mission critical solutions and/or implementation of similar industrial IT solutions.
• An understanding of a structured project delivery lifecycle.
• Exposure to the Oil, Gas, Nuclear or Power industries would be a distinct advantage.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate proficiency in:

• Generation of formal documentation under supervision of more senior engineers
• Microsoft Office products
• A basic understanding of electrical system drawings, including GA’s, Wiring Schematics and Termination Diagrams.
• Basic knowledge / skills in at least 1 relevant specific technology platform (e.g. Siemens/Rockwell/OSISoft)

We're looking for candidates who are:

• Flexible and co-operative, with an enthusiastic attitude to work
• Team workers in a project environment.
• Able to show good communication and team working skills.
• Eligible for security clearance checks for access to client sites.

If this sounds like you, apply below.

Closing date: 30/06/2021

Apprentice Systems Engineer - Digital Operations

This is an exciting opportunity for a recent school-leaver with an SQA Higher: BBC Qualification to learn while they earn, and to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in a data science role.

As part of this apprenticeship, you will undertake a fully-funded 4-year Graduate Apprenticeship in Data Science with Robert Gordon University. For the remainder of your week, you will gain experience carrying out a wide range of tasks related to the design, implementation and delivery of Real-time Information Systems (Digital Operations) solutions, for the energy and infrastructure markets.

The role will involve:

• Developing the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in a data science role.
• Developing an understanding of a typical client organisation’s data strategy/ governance and the key relevant data legislation.
• Developing skills required to deal with the ever-increasing business need to store and process high volumes of data using big data systems and cloud computing.
• Working within various teams to develop knowledge and understanding within the Aberdeen operation including: the Service Hub and the projects and support teams.
• Assisting engineers to work with clients to identify solutions and enhancements for their systems that are appropriate to their needs.
• Operating in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Assisting engineers to develop and execute test specifications.

You will have:

• SQA Higher: BBC Qualification (or equivalent)
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent IT skills
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• A genuine and demonstrable interest in IT
• Good personal organisation skills to manage study and work balance
• Previous work experience in any industry (desirable).

You will be:

• Comfortable interacting with customers and able to instil confidence
• Able to own and learn from mistakes in an environment which encourages continuous improvement
• Proactive with a genuine continuous improvement desire
• Flexible and co-operative with an enthusiastic attitude to work
• An enthusiastic learner
• Confident and calm under pressure

Closing date: 30/06/2021

Student Placement - Digital Operations Engineer

We're offering a 12 month placements at Digital Operations hub in Aberdeen, for a resourceful and inventive Computer Science, Computing or Application Software student, who wants to build their experience in industry by experiencing a wide range of responsibilities related to the support, design and implementation of innovative digital operations solutions for the Oil & Gas, Energy and Infrastructure markets.

The role will both work under the direct supervision of experienced engineers, and will involve:

• Working within the Service Hub to provide support to our clients’ systems, resolving their incidents and requests 
• Working with clients to identify solutions and enhancements for their systems that are appropriate to their needs
• Developing a basic understanding of ITI’s operational procedures and ensure compliance with both internal and external standards
• Designing and developing solutions to meet our clients’ needs (principally using the OSIsoft PI System)
• Operating in accordance with Company policies and procedures
• Working with Senior Engineers and team to review and clarify client requirements

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate understanding and ability in:

• Web Development Technologies (specifically JavaScript and REST WebAPIs)
• C#, VB.Net, ASP,Net
• Database Systems including SQL Server
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products 
• Client/Server architecture and related issues
• Microsoft Server operating system

We're looking for someone who is:

• Proactive with a genuine continuous improvement desire
• Flexible and co-operative, with an enthusiastic attitude to work
• Enthusiastic learners
• Confident and calm under pressure
• Able to show good communication and team working skills.
• Able to owns and learn from their mistakes in an environment which encourages continuous improvement
• Disciplined to deliver technical requirements while achieving time and budget constraints
• Able to prioritise multiple pieces of work and track each against deadlines to ensure that customer needs are met
• Able to demonstrate good analytical and problem-solving abilities

If you're currently studying for a Computer Science or Computing – Application Software Development degree (min expected grade 2:1) or have recently completed an HNC/HND in the same or related subjects, apply below.

Closing date: 30/06/2021

Student Placements - Control Systems Engineers

We're offering 12 month placements at our head office in Sheffield, for two enthusiastic and inquisitive Electrical, Electronic or Software students who want to get involved in the design, development and testing of innovative control solutions for critical industry.

The roles will both work under the direct supervision of experienced engineers, and will involve:

• Contributing to the design, development and testing of mission critical innovative solutions.
• Working as an integral team member contributing to the resolution of hardware and software challenges.
• Developing a basic understanding of ITI’s operational procedures and ensuring compliance with both internal and external standards.

The successful applicants will be able to demonstrate understanding and ability in:

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) hardware and software
• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems
• Electrical circuit theory and design for dc, ac and 3 phase circuits
• Instrumentation and Control circuits and principles
• Basic Computer Network design and configuration
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Basic Experience with CAD

We're looking for candidates who are:

• Proactive with a genuine continuous improvement desire
• Flexible and co-operative, with an enthusiastic attitude to work
• Enthusiastic learners
• Confident and calm under pressure
• Able to show good communication and team working skills
• Proactive with a genuine continuous improvement desire

If you're currently studying for Electrical & Electronic or Electrical or Software Engineering degree (min expected grade 2:1) or have recently completed an HNC/HND in the same or related subjects, apply below.