Project Engineer Controls & Instrumentation
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£45,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2125 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £45,000, and Monitor Systems Scotland Ltd is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2129 (Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified, Control systems engineer index entry fits software/PLC focus) or SOC 2127 (Engineering project managers and project engineers, Project engineer title and project delivery responsibilities). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2125 Production and process engineers Most likely code | £33,400 | £36,000 | £40,500 | £45,000 |
2129 Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified Also possible | £33,400 | £36,900 | £41,500 | £46,100 |
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Also possible | £36,300 | £41,500 | £46,700 | £51,900 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About the Job
Job Summary
Monitor Systems has an opportunity for a Project Engineer to join the team based in Aberdeen.
As a Controls & Instrumentation Engineer, you will be responsible for developing systems and preparing control and instrument deliverables based on process specifications across the full project and product life-cycle.
This includes the development of designs and schematics, selection of components, development of all software aspects of the systems, selection of instrumentation, sub-contract manufacturing support and installation and commissioning of control systems.
You will create detailed specifications, datasheets, instrument lists, IO schedules, cable schedules, cable block diagrams, termination drawings, hook-up drawings, layout drawings, and material requisitions.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, capable of working autonomously, and possess evident leadership qualities. Demonstrating confidence in your ability to deliver projects punctually and within budget is crucial. We seek an experienced C&I engineer who aligns with most of these requirements.
This position requires occasional international travel to job sites and offshore locations.
What’s in it for you?
Along with a competitive compensation package and a fun, motivating, collaborative working environment, at Monitor Systems we can offer:
- 9 day fortnight rotation (Every second Friday off) averaging 36 hour working week when in office
- Competitive holiday allowance
- Entitlement days (time in lieu) in addition to competitive day rates for days spent offshore/ overseas
- Educational assistance program from one off courses to degree level
- Flexible working hours
- Personal accident insurance
- Employer pension contributions
- Paid sick leave
- Enhanced maternity/ paternity leave
- Salary sacrifice schemes for:
o Car leasing
o Cycle to work
o Holiday trading
What will I do in this Role?
- Apply your knowledge of C&I related British and international standards
- Prepare & review full C&I project documentation including functional descriptions, specifications, wiring/loop diagrams, P&IDs and others
- Utilise programmable logic controllers (PLC) including both hardware and software
- Design & implement industrial communication networks and its protocols including Profibus, Profinet, Modbus TCP
- Specify, install and commission instrumentation
- Design & Implementation of ATEX - Ex instrumentation, devices, and its installation requirements
- Produce technical reports, and to clearly explain complex technical C&I related issues
- Justify the design changes to meet good practice and other requirements
- Attend locations worldwide and offshore installations for site surveys and system commissioning
- Monitor all on site activities including installation, commissioning, and site acceptance testing (SAT)
- Mentor and support other members of the engineering team
- Innovate, think laterally and implement processes
- Engage with, and influence, a team of professionals
- Share knowledge, experience, reward and leadership
- Attend locations worldwide and offshore installations for site surveys and system commissioning
What do I Need?
Essential Experience
- Solid experience of Control and Instrumentation engineering
- Generation of project documentation
- Extensive experience developing, fault finding and interrogating PLC & SCADA software in TIA Portal and WINCC SCADA >V8 or equivalent
- Highly organised with attention to detail
- To be technically astute and conversant with the latest advances in technology
- Possess good communication and interpersonal skills
- Results focused and have the ability to meet commitments and deadlines
- Be able to work in a team as well as on own initiative
Desirable
- Hazardous Area Experience
- The ability to generate C&I schematic drawings in AutoCAD LT
Job Type: Full-time, On-site
Experience: Project Engineer: Over 1 year
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Monitor Systems Scotland Ltd, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Production and process engineers (SOC 2125) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~56k in sample- Middle half £37,128–55,276
- Median £45,292
- Going rate £45,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–40,500
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Monitor Systems Scotland Ltd holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2125 going rate of £45,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.