Controls & Instrumentation Engineer

Cyber Security Forum Initiative; Ilkley; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading process engineering firm seeks a Controls & Instrumentation Engineer for a hybrid role in Ilkley, involving 50/50 project delivery and customer support. This hands-on position covers design, compliance, and on-site testing, offering technical challenges and variety. Ideal candidates hold an HNC in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years in the field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in electrical/control design or automation required.
• Experience producing technical documentation from P&IDs and I/O lists.
• Clean UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Design control systems for fans, pumps, valves, dampers, and instrumentation.
• Manage subcontractors for panel build, software, and installation.
• Support testing, calibration and troubleshooting on customer sites.

Skills

Understanding of PLCs

Understanding of VSDs

Communication with clients

Problem-solving

Education

HNC or above in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPlan

Job description

Controls & Instrumentation Engineer - Hybrid (Ilkley + Some UK Travel)

An established process engineering firm is looking for a Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to join their team. This is a hybrid role with a 50/50 split between project delivery and customer support, offering variety and technical depth.

The Role

Capital Projects

• Design control systems for fans, pumps, valves, dampers, and instrumentation

• Specify and manage subcontractors for panel build, software, and installation

• Ensure electrical compliance with EN60204, ISO 13849, and IEC 62061

• Support commissioning and handover on customer sites

• Produce documentation including FDS, schematics, cable schedules and panel layouts

Customer Support

• On-site testing, calibration and troubleshooting of control systems

• Maintain support contracts and respond to breakdowns and service calls

• Regular UK travel to customer sites, with flexibility on working location

Requirements

• HNC or above in Electrical Engineering

• 3+ years in electrical/control design or automation

• Strong understanding of PLCs, VSDs, and safety systems

• Experience producing technical documentation from P&IDs and I/O lists

• Able to manage site visits, testing, and commissioning

• Clean UK driving licence

Nice to Have

• Experience in thermal processes, printing, food, or paper industries

• Familiar with MS Office and electrical design software (AutoCAD, EPlan, etc.)

• Confident working independently and with clients directly

This is a hands-on role suited to an engineer who enjoys both design and real-world problem solving. If you're after variety, ownership, and solid technical challenges - get in touch.