Electrical Controls & Instrumentation Engineer

Escape; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in East Kilbride is seeking an EC&I Engineer to support plant operations and maintenance initiatives. The role involves supervising contractors, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating across teams to enhance asset efficiency. Candidates must have an apprenticeship or degree in a relevant discipline, ensuring high-quality operations and adherence to HSE regulations.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation discipline.
• Experience with plant operations and maintenance best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support plant projects and engineering changes.
• Assist with fault finding in operations.
• Supervise contractors and ensure safety procedures.

Education

Apprenticeship or degree qualified in relevant discipline

Job description

This EC&I Engineers main duties will be to support plant operations, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives, including Root Cause Analysis, Control Systems, and Operational Excellence programs. Acting as a bridge between maintenance and EC&I teams to maximize asset availability and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support plant projects, developments, and engineering changes.
• Assist operations with fault finding and maintenance best practices.
• Supervise and coordinate contractors following safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate asset data and maintenance records in CMMS.
• Participate in Control Systems Working Group activities and site feedback.
• Conduct safety inspections and support incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and maintain equipment standards.
• Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency and asset utilization.

Ad Hoc Responsibilities

• Perform tasks or projects as requested by management.
• Attend meetings (20%), supervise operations (40%), and support Root Cause Analysis (40%).

Expectations

• Adhere to all HSE policies, safety rules, and company values.
• Contribute to improving team culture and operational excellence.
• Deliver high-quality output within agreed standards.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or degree qualified in relevant discipline