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EC&I Engineer (Instrumentation)

Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd

Norwich

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK seeks an EC&I Engineer to lead instrumentation design and project initiatives in a COMAH environment. The ideal candidate will have expertise in PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems, along with a solid background in electrical systems maintenance. Strong compliance with industry standards is essential. This full-time position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

18% Bonus
Competitive salary
Benefits package

Qualifications

  • Experience with instrumentation design and project work.
  • Proficient in electrical systems upgrades and maintenance.
  • Familiar with COMAH, ATEX, and SIL standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead instrumentation design and project work.
  • Support electrical systems' design and maintenance.
  • Maintain accurate EC&I records and compliance documentation.

Skills

Instrumentation design
PLC programming
DCS and SCADA systems
AutoCAD proficiency
Fault investigation
Budgeting for EC&I

Tools

Trimble
Amtech
RSLogix 500/5000
Siemens PCS7
Job description
Overview

Title: EC&I Engineer / Instrument Engineer

Location: Norfolk

Duration: Permanent

Salary: DOE

Bonus: 18% (paid out at 100% over the last 4 years) + Benefits

Our client, a Chemical manufacturing leader in the UK with global exposure, exporting over 90% of their product, is looking for an EC&I Engineer (Instrumentation biased) to join their team in Norfolk.

Responsibilities
  • Lead instrumentation design and project work across the site, ensuring safe and efficient implementation within a COMAH environment.
  • Support the design, upgrade, and maintenance of electrical systems, and execute modifications to improve system performance and reliability.
  • Assist in configuring, programming, and maintaining PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems to optimise process control. Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms is required.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD for producing instrument loop and motor starter drawings.
  • Ensure all work aligns with COMAH, ATEX (IEC (phone number removed), and SIL / IEC 61511 standards.
  • Investigate and resolve faults in instrumentation and control systems to minimise downtime.
  • Support CI initiatives across the plant's manufacturing and EC&I systems.
  • Maintain accurate EC&I records, including maintenance logs, calibration data, and compliance documentation.
  • Assist with EC&I budgeting to ensure cost-effective and value-driven solutions.
Requirements
  • Familiar with Trimble or Amtech for cable sizing and electrical calculations.
  • Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) is advantageous.
  • Competent using design tools to produces instrument loop and motor starter drawings.
  • Expertise with RSLogix 500/ 5000, Factory talk 32, Siemens PCS7.
  • Experience working on a highly regulated manufacturing facility.
  • Knowledge of COMAH, Atex, SIL and Functional Safety
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