Senior Instrument Engineer

Job Title Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer Location Remote (UK-based) Contract Type Outside IR35 – Limited company engagement Start Date February Sector Oil & Gas, Chemical, Petrochemical, Gas Distribution, Onshore Gas Job Overview Provide strategic technical leadership across instrumentation, control systems, and SCADA for hazardous environments Shape engineering standards, influence regulatory frameworks, and drive innovation across gas distribution networks Support asset risk assessments and lead interactions with regulators and industry bodies Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering continuous improvement and technical excellence Key Responsibilities Ensure compliance with statutory and company engineering standards Provide technical judgement on complex instrumentation and control system designs, drawings, and data Influence internal and external stakeholders, providing engineering advice and guidance Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, standards, and delivery Lead and support technical risk assessments and audits Represent engineering function in external regulatory or industry interactions Required Qualifications & Experience 8–12 years’ experience in instrumentation, control systems, and SCADA in hazardous or industrial environments Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, including EAWR, DSEAR, EPS, and other relevant standards Demonstrated engineering judgement and ability to interpret complex technical information Proven leadership, communication, and mentoring skills UK driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK Key Skills Strategic technical insight in C&I systems Regulatory compliance and industry knowledge Stakeholder management and influence Process improvement and continuous engineering development Why Consider This Role High-impact senior engineering position influencing safety, reliability, and performance of critical gas infrastructure Opportunity to lead and mentor engineers while shaping technical and regulatory standards Remote working flexibility with engagement across a leading industrial network