Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading upper-tier COMAH Chemical Manufacturer is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer for their Chester site. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with maintenance standards, managing modifications, and enhancing plant operations. The ideal candidate will have a relevant E&I qualification and experience in the chemical manufacturing or comparable industries.

Benefits

Double figure employer pension contribution

Free on-site parking

Subsidised private healthcare

Excellent holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in sectors like petrochemical, nuclear, or refinery.
• Ability to manage minor modifications and design packages effectively.
• Skill in preparing specifications and scopes of work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor maintenance standards for compliance.
• Prepare specifications for purchasing and modifying plant equipment.
• Investigate and recommend solutions for plant safety and efficiency.

Skills

E&I Engineering qualification

Experience in chemical manufacturing

Knowledge of compliance codes

Education

HNC level or higher in E&I Engineering

Job description

Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to join a leading upper-tier COMAH Chemical Manufacturer based on one of their sites in the Chester area, on a permanent basis, with a salary between £58,000 - £70,000 per annum. This role offers a competitive salary complemented by benefits including a double figure employer pension contribution, free on-site parking, subsidised private healthcare, and an excellent holiday allowance. The position is site-based, working 5 days a week during standard hours.

The Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer will be responsible for investigating, planning, organizing, and implementing technical work to maintain and improve IT, maintenance, and plant operations, as well as delivering minor projects aligned with business needs.

To succeed in this role, candidates should hold an E&I Engineering qualification or equivalent at HNC level or higher. Relevant experience in the chemical manufacturing industry or similar sectors such as petrochemical, nuclear, refinery, or COMAH is essential.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and monitoring maintenance standards to ensure compliance with current and future codes and regulations.
• Preparing specifications and scopes of work for purchasing, overhauling, and modifying plant equipment.
• Investigating, reporting, and recommending solutions for plant issues to enhance safety, reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Managing minor modifications, design packages, and projects, ensuring updates to plant systems and records for long-term asset sustainability.
• Overseeing inspections, quality control, and supervision during turnarounds, project installations, and commissioning to meet schedules and legal requirements.
• Serving as Technical Duty Manager outside of regular hours.

Please apply directly for more information regarding this Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer position.