Job Description
Job Description
Position: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer
Reporting to: Chief Engineer
Location: Buckinghamshire
About the Client: Our client is a leading company in organics recycling and green energy, with projects worldwide. They are expanding their team to meet the demands of their growing project pipeline.
Role Overview: The Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer will oversee control & instrumentation aspects of projects, ensuring timely, budget-conscious delivery meeting quality standards. Responsibilities include managing control systems, communication networks, operator interfaces, process instrumentation, and installation specifications.
Major Responsibilities:
* Lead selection of systems integration, communication networks, and instrumentation.
* Develop and maintain standards for systems and equipment.
* Evaluate technical bids, assist in supplier selection, and manage relationships.
* Collaborate to develop process design requirements and software specifications.
* Participate in project meetings and hazard studies.
* Provide necessary information to suppliers for design completion.
* Review supplier drawings against project requirements.
* Generate controls documentation or manage external providers.
* Develop technical packages and scopes for installation.
* Provide C&I input into design activities and support site staff.
* Assist in budget and schedule preparation and report on technical matters.
* Conduct factory acceptance tests for software and equipment.
* Oversee C&I aspects of installation and commissioning.
* Support site engineers and operations staff.
* Ensure compilation of all necessary commissioning documentation.
* Travel domestically and internationally for client visits.
* Provide C&I assistance for proposals.
* Ensure activities adhere to health, safety, environmental, and QA procedures.
* Perform other duties as required.
Experience & Qualifications:
* Degree in a relevant discipline or significant work experience.
* Proven track record in successfully delivering similar projects.
* Comprehensive understanding of process plant control systems.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to deliver presentations to senior management and clients.
* Strong cost management and commercial awareness.
* Health, safety, and environmental awareness.