Senior Instrument Engineer

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  • Market related
  • UK
  • Permanent

Position Title: Instrumentation & Control Engineer
Location: UK
Contract Type: Permanent


Role Purpose:

Join a global energy operator offering career advancement due to internal promotions. This role suits an experienced engineer ready to step up into a more senior position, delivering instrumentation and control (I&C) engineering support across the full project lifecycle in high-hazard environments.


Key Accountabilities:

  • Deliver instrumentation and control system design in line with engineering standards and safety requirements.

  • Contribute to the complete engineering lifecycle – from concept through installation and commissioning.

  • Lead or participate in technical risk assessments, including HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, and RAMS studies.

  • Oversee procurement activities including specification development, technical evaluation, and supplier coordination.

  • Provide field engineering support for troubleshooting and system optimization.

  • Ensure hazardous area instrumentation complies with design and regulatory standards.

  • Supervise and guide contractors during design and construction phases.

  • Support control systems programming and ensure adherence to industry standards.


Qualifications:

  • Engineering degree in Instrumentation, Control, or a relevant discipline.

  • CompEx 12A & 12B preferred for hazardous area competency.


Experience:

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in I&C engineering design.

  • Proven experience across design, installation, commissioning phases.

  • Strong understanding of hazardous area design and compliance.

  • Solid knowledge of control systems programming and integration.

  • Experience managing contractors and interfacing with cross-functional teams.


Competencies:

  • Strong technical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

  • Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.

  • Well-versed in UK and international engineering standards.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities within project deadlines.


Eligibility:
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK (no sponsorship provided).

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