Principal Instrument Engineer

Scantec Personnel Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a Principal/Lead C&I Engineer for a major Hydrogen FEED project. This high-impact role involves technical delivery expertise in instrumentation and control, ensuring compliance with industry standards while guiding a multi-disciplinary team. Join a forward-thinking team to contribute to innovative energy solutions and shape a cleaner future.

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or working towards it.
• Strong FEED experience in process or energy sectors with hydrogen exposure.
• In-depth knowledge of UK legislation, ATEX/IECEx requirements, and instrument installation.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery for instrumentation discipline across project stages.
• Prepare, check, and approve engineering documentation and equipment specifications.
• Manage workloads and ensure timely delivery aligned with schedule and budget.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client-facing

Education

Degree in Electronic, Electrical, or Control Engineering

Job description

Salary: Competitive Rate - Can be outside IR35 pending an assessment

Job Reference: JOB-89856

Published: 28-05-2025

Duration: 12 Months+

Expiry Date: 25-06-2025

Country: United Kingdom

Job Title: Principal/Lead C&I Engineer – Hydrogen FEED Project
Location: Manchester
Contract Type: Contract

We’re supporting a leading engineering consultancy on an exciting FEED stage Hydrogen project, and they’re looking for a client-facing Principal or Lead C&I Engineer to join their multi-disciplinary team.

This is a high-impact role delivering instrumentation and control expertise on cutting-edge hydrogen technology. You’ll take the lead on technical delivery and be responsible for ensuring robust compliance with industry standards, while working closely with engineering, procurement, and construction stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead technical delivery for the instrumentation discipline across project stages.

Prepare, check, and approve engineering documentation, equipment specifications, and scopes of work.

Manage and allocate workloads, ensuring timely delivery aligned with schedule and budget.

Produce and review technical bid assessments and supplier quotations.

Develop and oversee safety and cyber security cases.

Provide support to verification and validation activities for control systems and instrumentation.

Ensure all designs meet UK legislation, industry codes, and client standards.

What We’re Looking For:

Degree in Electronic, Electrical, or Control Engineering (apprenticeship routes will be considered).

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or working towards it.

Strong FEED experience in the process or energy sectors, ideally with hydrogen exposure.

In-depth knowledge of UK legislation, ATEX/IECEx requirements, and instrument installation in hazardous environments.

Strong client-facing, leadership, and communication skills.

Why Join?

This is a great opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team delivering innovative engineering solutions in the energy transition space. You’ll play a key role in shaping a cleaner future, working on complex and rewarding projects.

If you're interested in this opportunity or would like to find out more, please email me at [e-mail] or call me on 0151 666 8929. I’d be happy to talk through the details.