Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a Lead I&C Engineer to join our team out of our office in Cork or Dublin, Ireland.

In this role, you will provide the IPS project team with technical leadership and automation expertise for the design, engineering, and construction of Pharmaceutical and biotech-related projects.

What You'll Do

• Lead and own the end-to-end (concept to commissioning) of the I&C scope for all assigned projects.
• Act as the main point of contact for the client for I&C.
• Lead the development of the System Architecture with the client counterpart.
• Establish and maintain vendor/OEM database and key contacts.
• Lead risk assessments, including SIL, LOPA, and HAZOP.
• Ensure that all automation documentation prepared meets the IPS Quality Standards (QMS).
• Lead, supervise, and mentor interns, graduates, junior, and intermediate-level engineers as required.
• Review and finalize User Requirements Specifications (URS), Functional Requirement Specifications (FRS), System Architecture, and Network Architecture.
• Review I/O Schedule, Alarm schedule, Lists, Hook Up Drawings, Loop Drawings.
• Review Routing and Cable Containment layouts.
• Review and provide design calculations for the system and Fieldbus design.
• Review schematic drawings and single-line diagrams.
• Review all specifications.
• Develop detailed design calculations.
• Oversee DQ/IQ/OQ for the project lifecycle.
• Oversee department standards and implement a continuous improvement program.
• Lead the I&C portion of proposals, estimates, presentations, and other activities.
• Supervise construction site visits by the I&C engineering team to provide design, installation, and qualification support for the construction management team as appropriate.
• Supervise Factory / Site Acceptance Tests as needed.
• Work with and provide leadership and mentorship to department members and projects.
• Update forecast for projects and staff weekly based on schedule.
• Proactively engage with other discipline leads and Project Management / Design Management as required to ensure schedule and deliverable adherence.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (EFQ level 6 or equivalent) in Instrumentation Engineering or an equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with client counterparts.
• 10+ years of experience in instrumentation, with significant experience in the Life Science Sector
• Commercially aware of project execution, control of budgets, resourcing, and change control
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required, with the ability to prepare written specifications and contract documents
• Extensive expertise with all applicable Instrumentation engineering codes and standards.
• Experience of executing projects with a geographically dispersed team is advantageous
• Experience in ATEX and Functional Safety would be advantageous.

Travel

• Within Country – 25% of time.
• Outside Country – 5% to 10% of time
• All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products.

Its newest acquisition, Linesight, specializes in cost, schedule, risk, program, and project management services in various market sectors, including data centers, life sciences, and high-tech industries. With the addition of Linesight, IPS has over 3,000 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS

is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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