Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation Engineer
Wirral - £50,000 – £70,000 (dependent on experience)
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to join our client’s project team based in Wirral. This permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact work in the chemical and nuclear sectors, with a competitive salary and strong professional development potential.
The successful candidate will support the delivery of C&I design elements across major projects, ensuring all work is carried out to the highest standards and aligns with core plant design principles and the customer’s functional requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
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Execute all duties in line with stringent health, safety and environmental standards
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Produce detailed technical documentation including equipment functional specs and control system logic
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Create and test logic simulation programs for control system performance validation
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Specify control system hardware, and support cabinet design and construction
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Collaborate with subcontractors and verify detailed design outputs
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Review suppliers' test plans and participate in on-site and factory acceptance testing
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Work with internal engineering specialists to ensure successful delivery of design solutions
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Present technical information to both internal and external stakeholders
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Support customer-facing activities including design reviews and demonstrations
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Analyse commissioning data to drive plant performance improvements
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Maintain and develop reference design standards for control systems
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Prepare proposals with time and cost estimations
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Manage deliverables, report on progress, and maintain communication with stakeholders
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Occasional travel to European suppliers and customer sites required
Qualifications & Experience:
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Degree in Electrical, Electronic or related Engineering discipline
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Strong background in specifying and designing control systems in process plant settings
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Experience working with subcontractors in international environments
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Proficient in PLC hardware, I/O design, communications, and compliance standards (UKCA, CE, UL)
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Skilled in instrumentation design and familiar with EMC standards
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Competence in SCADA systems and user interface/alarm management design
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Practical experience with equipment testing and commissioning
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Excellent interpersonal skills and computer literacy essential
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Additional language skills (French or German) are desirable
If you're looking to advance your career in a technically demanding yet rewarding environment, this could be the ideal role for you.