Site Instrument Engineer

Site Instrument Engineer – Permanent Farnborough An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Site Instrument Engineer to join a forward-thinking and safety-conscious industrial operation based in Farnborough. This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on process performance, safety systems, and control infrastructure across a dynamic site. As the Site Instrument Engineer, you’ll play a key role in identifying and delivering control and instrumentation (C&I) improvements, from concept through to implementation. You’ll be a driving force in ensuring site-wide functional safety compliance, leading instrumentation projects, and providing deep technical expertise across a range of plant activities. Key Responsibilities Identify plant improvement opportunities and develop project scopes aligned with business goals Design and deliver upgrades to process control and safety instrumented systems Manage C&I project budgets, including both capital and operational expenditure Lead and execute small-scale instrumentation projects from start to finish Take ownership of site functional safety programmes and ensure compliance Develop and maintain SIS documentation, and perform SIL verifications Specify, test, and commission upgrades to control and safety systems Ensure compliance of hazardous area instrumentation with regulatory standards Support troubleshooting and provide technical leadership for resolving plant issues Key Requirements Strong communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and external parties At least 8 years of experience in instrumentation and control design Knowledge of hazardous area design practices; CompEx 12A & 12B qualifications desirable Experience across the full engineering lifecycle, from design to commissioning Good understanding of control system programming principles and industry standards Proven involvement in risk management methodologies including HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, and RAMS Experience coordinating with suppliers and managing procurement processes Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to lead engineering teams in complex environments This is a great opportunity for an experienced instrumentation professional seeking a technically engaging role with a significant level of responsibility and autonomy. You’ll join a site committed to continuous improvement and safety excellence, and you’ll be encouraged to contribute to the future direction of its control and instrumentation strategy