Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading upper-tier COMAH Chemical Manufacturer in Chester is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer. The role involves maintaining and improving plant operations, with a competitive salary of £58,000 - £70,000 and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates should have an E&I Engineering qualification and relevant industry experience.

Benefits

Double pension contribution

Free on-site parking

Subsidised private healthcare

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Chemical Manufacturing or similar sectors is essential.
• Hold an E&I Engineering qualification at HNC level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Developing and monitoring maintenance standards for compliance.
• Preparing specifications and scopes of work for plant equipment.
• Investigating and recommending solutions for plant issues.
• Managing minor modifications and design packages.
• Overseeing inspections and quality control during projects.

Skills

Investigating

Planning

Organizing

Implementing

Compliance

Safety

Reliability

Efficiency

Education

E&I Engineering qualification at HNC level or higher

Job description

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Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer, Chester

Client:

E3 Recruitment

Location:

Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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 salary is complemented by a benefits package including a double pension contribution, free on-site parking, subsidised private healthcare, and generous holiday allowance. The role is site-based, working 5 days a week on standard days.

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. Prior experience in the Chemical Manufacturing industry or similar sectors such as petrochemical, nuclear, refinery, or other COMAH sites is essential.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and monitoring maintenance standards to ensure compliance with current and future 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 activities to meet objectives and legal requirements.
• Serving as Technical Duty Manager outside of regular hours.

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