Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Cheshire | 48 to 52k 

Are you a hands-on C&I Engineer with strong leadership qualities, looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of Instrumentation, SCADA, PLC systems, and automation projects on a highly regulated site, playing a critical role in maintenance, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The Role:

As a Control & Instrumentation Engineer, you'll provide both day-to-day operational support and project leadership across all site C&I systems. You'll be responsible for planning, documenting and managing maintenance, troubleshooting failures, and driving system upgrades. This is a role where you'll get the chance to make your mark, shape standards, and lead on improvements.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering safe, compliant, and effective engineering solutions across all C&I systems.

• Leading design, specification and implementation of new projects (from FEED through to FAT/SAT).

• Troubleshooting, fault finding and software modifications on SCADA/PLC systems.

• Carrying out scheduled maintenance, calibrations, loop checks and compliance tasks.

• Supporting continuous improvement projects, efficiency gains, and automation upgrades.

• Ensuring adherence to legislation and standards (COMAH, IEC 61508/61511, DSEAR).

• Working closely with operations, production and project teams to deliver results.

• Liaising with suppliers, contractors and internal stakeholders to keep projects on track.

What we're looking for:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Automation / Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering OR proven track record with C&G certification.

• Strong background in SCADA/PLC programming (Siemens S7 preferred).

• Experience with instrumentation, calibration, and loop checking.

• Understanding of compliance requirements (IEC 61508/61511, DSEAR/COMPEX, HSWA).

• Knowledge of risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.

• Excellent planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead, influence and support teams.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary package with benefits.

• Opportunity to work on a COMAH-regulated site with complex engineering challenges.

• A role with variety - covering maintenance, projects, compliance and innovation.

• Career development, training and exposure to cutting-edge systems and processes.

• The chance to be part of a forward-thinking engineering team where your expertise makes a real difference.

⚡ If you're ready to step into a role where you'll be challenged, supported, and given the responsibility to lead key C&I activity, apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.

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