ICA Engineer
Leeds / Bradford
Permanent position
£50,000 to £60,00 plus car allowance plus bonus
We are unable to assist with visa sponsorship. Candidates must have full right to work in the UK
Our client, a major player in the energy, renewables, and oil & gas sectors, is seeking a skilled ICA Engineer to lead the development and optimisation of control and instrumentation systems across a cutting-edge hydrogen plant. This role calls for a professional with extensive experience in electrical and control systems, regulatory compliance, and safety standards within high-stakes industrial environments. If you thrive in a fast-paced, technical setting and are ready to shape the future of hydrogen energy, this opportunity is for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the ICA technical authority for process control, instrumentation, telemetry, PLC/SCADA, ESD, F&G systems, and LV control circuits in a hydrogen production environment.
- Maintain statutory electrical and ICA compliance following EAWR, safe working practices, and BS 7671 standards for all installations and verification processes.
- Lead DSEAR assessments to ensure hazardous area zones are correctly classified and Ex equipment meets IEC/BS EN 60079 standards.
- Support safety-critical system design, including SIS, alarm management, and safety instrumented functions, ensuring reliability and safety.
- Develop and oversee asset management strategies, including lifecycle planning, condition monitoring, and spares management.
- Lead control system design, review PLC, RTU, SCADA, and HMI architectures, ensuring secure and robust automation solutions.
- Support commissioning activities with FAT/SAT, loop checks, logic validation, and Ex inspections, ensuring operational readiness.
- Manage change control, firmware updates, and cybersecurity policies to safeguard control systems against emerging threats.
Job Requirements:
- Significant experience in ICA roles within process, energy, utilities, or hydrogen industries, with a focus on automation and control systems.
- Deep understanding of electrical safety laws, BS 7671 wiring standards, and hazardous area classifications (IEC/BS EN 60079).
- Hands-on experience designing, reviewing, and implementing LV control circuits and instrumentation compliant with relevant standards.
- Proven track record in commissioning ICA systems, supporting operations, and maintaining safety-critical instrumentation.
- Knowledge of hydrogen safety standards, including ISO/TR 15916 and ISO 22734, and familiarity with COMAH safety frameworks.
- Strong skills in cybersecurity for industrial systems, along with experience with PLC, SCADA, RTU, and industrial network security.
- Excellent stakeholder communication skills, capable of liaising effectively across operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.
- Relevant degree (BEng/BSc) in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Control & Automation Engineering, with additional safety/training certifications as desirable.
Experience:
- Between 3 and 10 years in ICA roles within high-process industries such as hydrogen, petrochemicals, or utilities.
- Hands-on experience with BS 7671 LV systems, safe working practices, and hazardous area equipment (IEC/BS EN 60079).
- Experience in commissioning ICA assets at hydrogen or similar facilities, supporting operational teams effectively.
- Familiarity with electrolyser systems, fuelling setup, or hydrogen safety standards (ISO 22734 / ISO 19880 1).
Qualifications:
- Degree in Instrumentation, Electrical/Electronic, or Control & Automation Engineering.
- BS 7671 (18th Edition) qualification.
- Desirable: Functional safety training (IEC 61511), PLC vendor certifications, Ex01-Ex04 for hazardous areas, ISA/IEC 62443 cybersecurity qualifications, and Authorised Person training in line with framework standards.
If you are a capable ICA Engineer ready to contribute to innovative hydrogen projects and support safe, reliable operations through expert control systems management, apply now to join our client's forward-thinking team.
