OverviewRemarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. Wood is currently looking for a Principal Safety System Engineer to join our System Integration (SI) team within our Digital Consulting business supporting across our UK projects. There is a requirement for hybrid working with Tuesday and Wednesday based out of Aberdeen, Glasgow or Staines. Occasional travel to the client site is expected as required. Applicants must pass HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check.The RoleThe Principal Safety Systems Engineer will play a pivotal role in driving the safety and reliability of complex systems throughout their lifecycle. This role demands deep expertise in safety engineering, with accountability for leading comprehensive hazard analyses, formulating robust mitigation strategies, and ensuring rigorous compliance with industry and regulatory safety standards. Responsibilities will extend to relay-based systems, where they apply expertise in relay logic and compressor control systems to design, assess, and validate safety-critical functions.Our Clients and ProjectsDesigning the future. Transforming the world. Our Systems Integration (SI) team works 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. 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 | WoodWhat We Can OfferMeaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy SectorFlexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevantCommitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our businessCompetitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the marketFlexible 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 lifestyleCommitment to continued professional development; development plans tailored to your individual needs and interestsGlobal connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our professionEnergy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing knowledge and gaining exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systemsResponsibilitiesProvide technical leadership in system-level safety assessments using advanced techniques like FMEA, FTA, and HAZOPLead in-depth analysis and validation of relay-based systems, with a focus on relay logic and compressor control systemsDefine and integrate safety requirements into design, development, and validation phases of engineering projectsDevelop and maintain safety documentation including safety plans, safety cases, and hazard logsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to embed safety into hardware, software, and system architectureConduct root cause analysis for incidents and implement corrective actionsSupport audits and certification processes with regulatory bodies and third-party assessorsMentor junior safety engineers and contribute to team skill developmentReview engineering changes for safety impact and approve modificationsDrive continuous improvement in safety processes, tools, and methodologiesParticipate in risk reviews and gate meetings to ensure safety milestones are metContribute to the development of safety culture across the organizationAnalyse simulation and test data to validate safety performanceRecommend safety technologies and tools to enhance system reliabilityCoordinate with suppliers and partners to ensure safety compliance across the supply chainStay updated with evolving safety regulations and industry best practicesQualificationsWhat Makes you Remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. If you don’t match every statement below but have some of the experience, knowledge, or skills, we encourage you to apply.Expected:Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or Safety Engineering)Proven experience in safety-critical systems or engineering environmentsExperience with relay-based systems, particularly in designing and implementing relay logic for control and safety applicationsProficiency in safety analysis techniques like FMEA, FTA, HAZOP, and risk assessment methodsExperience in developing and maintaining safety cases, safety plans, and hazard logsFamiliarity with systems engineering lifecycle and integration of safety requirementsAbility to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and communicate safety priorities effectivelyDesirableCompressor control system experienceAbout UsWood 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.comDiversity StatementWe 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.Employment type: Full-timeSenioriy level: Mid-Senior level #J-18808-Ljbffr