Controls and Instrumentation Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Alton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the automation and energy sector is seeking a Controls and Instrumentation Engineer in Alton. This permanent role involves enhancing process control and safety systems, ensuring efficient operations, and leading a team of technicians. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, problem-solving skills, and experience in the energy sector.

Benefits

Professional Development

Career Progression

Collaborative Team Environment

Qualifications

• Working towards professional engineering membership.
• Understanding of control and instrumentation standards in oil and gas.

Responsibilities

• Identify plant improvement areas and develop project scopes.
• Design and implement new process control systems.
• Lead site functional safety initiatives.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

HNC in Engineering

Tools

PLC Software

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Controls and Instrumentation Engineer, Alton

This is a permanent role with a leading organisation in the automation and energy sector, based in Alton, United Kingdom. The role involves maintaining and improving process control and safety systems to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify plant improvement areas and develop project scopes and schedules.
• Design and implement new process control and safety systems for capital projects.
• Monitor budgets for C&I activities, ensuring cost-effective performance.
• Lead site functional safety initiatives, including development, maintenance, and support.
• Review and enhance Safety Instrumented Systems documentation to meet international standards.
• Specify, test, and commission SIS and control system upgrades.
• Provide technical support, diagnosis, root cause analysis, and remedial work for operations.
• Supervise and lead C&I Technicians.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory documentation and certification requirements.

Job Requirements:

• HNC or equivalent in a relevant engineering field or working towards it.
• Working towards professional engineering membership and registration.
• Understanding of control and instrumentation standards in oil and gas operations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach.
• Experience with plant operations and collaboration with operational personnel in the energy sector.
• Ability to diagnose control system faults through root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with Safety Instrumented Systems design, maintenance, and operation.
• Knowledge of IEC 61508, 61511, and BS EN 60079 standards.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and deliver engineering tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills across all management levels.
• Reliable, diligent, and able to work under pressure.
• Proficiency with PLC software, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project.

Additional benefits include opportunities for professional development, career progression, and involvement in impactful projects within a collaborative team environment.