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Senior Field Electrical & Instrument Engineer

Posted a day ago

  • Durham, North East England
  • Permanent
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In a month

Job Title: Senior Field Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

We are currently seeking a Senior Field Electrical & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer for an exciting opportunity within a leading COMAH infrastructure organisation. This role will oversee the delivery of all Electrical and Control & Instrumentation systems across multiple critical sites within the UK, Europe, and America, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operations.

The position offers the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining safety, integrity, and operational reliability while aligning engineering activities with broader commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide EC&I support and guidance to maintenance and operations teams at designated sites.
  • Manage both emergent and planned engineering issues, balancing safety priorities with commercial objectives.
  • Oversee the compliance of Functional Safety, Cybersecurity, Explosive Atmosphere, and Power Distribution Systems.
  • Lead small-scale engineering projects from concept through to completion, ensuring compliance with budget and standards.
  • Conduct failure investigations, develop obsolescence strategies, and support ensuring high plant availability.
  • Assist the EC&I E&M Manager with maintenance organisation, cost reduction strategies, and risk management activities.
  • Support plant safety schemes and implement recommendations from safety reports.
  • Maintain and improve the CMMS, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.
  • Audit site compliance, contribute to EC&I meetings, and review and improve relevant policies.
  • Mentor and support the development of graduate and assistant EC&I engineers.

Minimum Requirements:

  • A Degree or HND in Engineering or related discipline.
  • Extensive operational knowledge and experience working in power generation, chemical, or COMAH sites.
  • Proven experience in managing electrical and instrumentation systems in critical infrastructure.

Additional Information:

  • Competitive Salary and allowances.
  • Company Car and Bonus package included.