Instrumentation, Automation & Control Engineer - Water

Manila City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time

22 days ago

Arup is a unique organization that is owned and run by its employees, which means that our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a people-centric organization, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential. Our employees are empowered to make decisions and take ownership of their work, which fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. At Arup, we value diversity and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. As a result, we are able to attract and retain some of the brightest and most talented professionals in the industry.Primary Focus:The Instrumentation, Control and Automation Engineer are responsible for the design, specification, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of industrial processes.
The role focuses on measurement accuracy, process control performance, automation reliability, and system integrity, supporting operational excellence across the full asset lifecycle-from project conception through commissioning and ongoing operations.Responsibilities:

Develop and review control system architecture, specifications and control panel designs.
Prepare instrument specifications, layout, data sheets and cable routing.
Develop and review P&ID, hook-up drawings, connection diagrams, cable schedule, loop diagram, instrument location plan and all related ICA deliverables.
Analyzes tender requirements (Employer/Client Requirements), identifies project's risks and opportunities related to ICA.
Coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, and process teams to ensure ICA requirements are properly integrated into designs.
Support project managers and design managers on medium to large infrastructure projects by providing technical inputs and monitoring process-related deliverables.
Contribute to bids, proposal, and Client engagement activities.
Analyze process dynamics and operational data to optimize performance, stability, and energy efficiency.
Conduct site inspections and field surveys to assess existing instrumentation, control systems, panels, networks, and automation architectures.
Verify installed instruments, control hardware, and signal interfaces against drawings, specifications, and asset registers.
Ensure ICA designs and deliverables comply with standards, specifications, and quality requirements
Communicate technical concepts effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners
Actively seek opportunities to improve technical knowledge, modelling capability, and industry awareness.

Qualifications:

Degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, Control or Automation Engineering
Certificate or Licensed Engineer in the Philippines
5-8 years of professional experience in water and wastewater treatment design and process automation industries, Instrumentation, Control and Automation engineering or related sectors.
Strong knowledge of PLC/SCADA or DCS systems and field instrumentation.
Designing and supporting instrumentation and PLC/SCADA systems for water treatment processes
Developing control philosophies, alarms, interlocks, and HMIs

What We Offer youAt Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total rewards that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities.Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We offer competitive renumeration package commensurate with qualifications and experience to the right candidate including HMO, Group Life and Accident Insurance, medical reimbursement, government standard benefits, 15 days VL and SL, hybrid work arrangement and long-term career development opportunities.Different People, Shared ValuesArup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arupWe are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Psalm Manuel at psalm.manuel@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the employer's personal data policies, a copy of which is available on Arup's Legal page.

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