Senior C&I Engineer

Cadent; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is looking for a Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer to provide technical expertise and strategic influence across the organization. In this role, you will mentor new engineers, ensure compliance with regulations, and guide engineering standards that shape the future of gas distribution. If you have extensive experience in C&I systems within hazardous environments, this is an excellent opportunity to lead and innovate in a critical area of the energy sector.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension Scheme double matched up to 18%

25 days holiday plus statutory days

Career development with funded learning options

Flexible working options

Retail discounts and gym access

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in gas transmission and distribution.
• Deep understanding of instrumentation and control systems in hazardous environments.
• Skilled in interpreting complex technical data.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic engineering insight and ensure compliance.
• Mentor and develop the next generation of engineers.
• Shape internal standards and influence external regulations.

Skills

Expertise in C&I Systems

Regulatory Knowledge

Engineering Judgement

Leadership & Communication

Continuous Improvement

Job description

Shape the Standards That Power Our Future

As a Senior Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer, you'll be the go‑to expert for field instrumentation, local control systems, and operational technology (OT). This is a high‑impact role where your deep technical knowledge will shape engineering standards, influence regulatory frameworks, and drive innovation across our gas distribution network.

You’ll provide strategic engineering insight, ensure compliance with statutory and company standards, and mentor the next generation of engineers. From supporting asset risk assessments to leading external relationships with regulators and industry bodies, your work will underpin the safety, reliability, and performance of our infrastructure.

This is more than a technical role – it’s a chance to lead change, embed best practice, and ensure our engineering decisions are future‑ready.

Why you will love this role:

• Technical Leadership – Be the subject matter expert for C&I, guiding engineering decisions across the business.
• Strategic Influence – Shape internal standards and influence external regulations to align with our future agenda.
• Innovation & Improvement – Support field trials, research, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive safety and performance.
• Mentorship & Development – Coach developing engineers and lead technical governance across projects and programmes.
• Cross‑functional Impact – Collaborate with delivery teams, regulators, and external experts to embed excellence in everything we do.

What you will bring:

You’re a seasoned engineer with extensive experience in gas transmission, distribution, or other major hazard environments. You combine technical depth with strategic thinking and have a passion for driving engineering excellence.

• Expertise in C&I Systems – Deep understanding of instrumentation, control systems, and SCADA in hazardous environments.
• Regulatory Knowledge – Strong grasp of EAWR, DSEAR, EPS and other relevant regulations.
• Engineering Judgement – Skilled in interpreting complex technical data, drawings, and standards to make sound decisions.
• Leadership & Communication – Proven ability to influence, mentor and manage across technical and stakeholder groups.
• Continuous Improvement – Track record of identifying and implementing improvements to engineering processes and standards.

At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!

We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What’s In It for You

Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day – that’s why we’re committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work‑life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men’s Engagement Network (MEN) – can’t wait to welcome you!

What’s next?

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up‑to‑date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home – Cadent Gas Ltd.

Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.