E&I Engineer

We're recruiting an Electrical & Instrumentation (E/I) Engineer to lead the design, maintenance and compliance of electrical and control systems across a complex industrial operation. This role combines technical authority with project delivery, ensuring safe, reliable and regulation-compliant system performance. Client Details Our client is a highly regulated, process-driven organisation operating complex electrical and instrumentation systems in a safety-critical environment. They are committed to engineering excellence, continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards of compliance and operational performance. Description Key responsibilities: Lead the design, specification and review of electrical and instrumentation systems for new installations and modifications Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support to engineering, maintenance and operations teams Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g. BS7671, ATEX, DSEAR, IEC) Act as the technical authority for E/I systems, maintaining system integrity and driving improvements Manage third-party contractors, vendors and consultants across E/I project scopes Lead and support safety studies including HAZOP, LOPA and SIL assessments Develop and enhance maintenance strategies to support asset reliability and performance Produce and review technical documentation including drawings, specifications and reports Deliver capital projects from concept through to commissioning Mentor and develop technicians, providing guidance and technical oversightProfile The successful candidate: Degree-qualified in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering (or equivalent) Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) desirable Strong experience working with E/I systems in a process or industrial environment (e.g. chemicals, energy, manufacturing) Deep understanding of UK electrical/instrumentation standards and legislation Experience with functional safety and hazardous area design/selection (CompEx advantageous) Strong knowledge of industrial control systems, automation and instrumentation networks Proven experience across design, maintenance and project delivery Confident working cross-functionally with operations, contractors and stakeholders Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills Experience using relevant engineering tools/software (e.g. AutoCAD, ETAP, PLC/DCS platforms)Job Offer What's on offer: Salary of £65,000 to £75,000 Opportunity to act as a technical lead within a complex, safety-critical engineering environment Involvement in high-value projects from concept through to delivery Exposure to advanced control systems, functional safety and hazardous area engineering A structured and compliance-led culture with strong engineering standards