Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer to lead instrumentation engineering services. Responsibilities include planning and execution of engineering projects, assisting with bids, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and possess thorough experience in the field, alongside strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering required.
• Preferably Chartered Engineer or working towards.
• Thorough experience in control and instrumentation design.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute instrumentation engineering services.
• Assist with bids and tender submissions.
• Provide coaching to early careers engineers.

Skills

Control and instrumentation specification & design

Interpersonal communication skills

Adaptability and multi-tasking

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in a related Engineering field

Tools

PLC/DCS systems programming/configuration

Fieldbus technology (Profibus DP, Modbus RTU)

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer to join PM Group working for us on a hybrid working arrangement based out of our Manchester office.

Job Title: Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Manchester

Responsibilities

As a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer, you will be responsible for the planning and execution of our Instrumentation engineering services and solutions with customers, across conceptual, basic and detailed design engineering phases; and into construction and CQV phases within a genuine multi-disciplinary delivery team.

You\'ll also assist with bids and tenders as well as providing coaching and mentoring to early careers engineering professionals.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a related Engineering field.
• Preferably a Chartered Engineer with IET, or working towards.
• Possess a thorough level of experience in control and instrumentation specification & design engineering work.
• Fieldbus technology (Profibus DP and Modbus RTU) design knowledge.
• Some experience of programming/configuration of PLC/DCS systems would be advantageous.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to adapt, multi-task and prioritise when necessary.
• Display a positive outlook and approachable manner.

Find out more about PM Group and our projects

PM Group and our projects.

Why PM Group?

As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our business strategy. Read our Corporate Responsibility and Health, Safety & Well-being Report 2024 for more information.

Equality, Diversity and inclusion are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual will sustain our growth into the future.

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