Instrument Engineer
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We are seeking an experienced
Chartered Instrument Engineer
to join our Site Engineering Leadership Team. The Senior IE will ensure that all instrument assets are
designed, installed, commissioned, maintained, inspected, and tested
in full compliance with UK legislation and recognised best practice. This role is pivotal in developing and delivering the
instrument asset strategy
and overseeing the
competency programme
for both in-house engineers and contractors.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the site strategy for
instrumentation and automation engineering excellence , covering asset integrity, lifecycle planning, and regulatory compliance to ensure assets meet production targets.
Lead the
competency assessment, development, and appointment
of all duty holders within instrument and automation engineering, including professional engineers.
Act as the
technical interface
with the UK Competent Authority (HSE), external specialists, and engineering service providers.
Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with
instrumentation and automation standards , including managing deviations and approvals.
Provide expert engineering support for the
maintenance, improvement, and operation
of assets, including oversight of specialist contractors.
Approve repairs and modifications involving
EHS-critical equipment .
Contribute to the
site engineering strategy, improvement programmes, and capital expenditure plans
as part of the leadership team.
Promote and sustain a
positive, high-performance culture , embedding best practices across engineering disciplines.
Take ownership of
PSM and COMAH compliance
for instrument and automation systems.
Qualifications & Experience:
Degree in Instrumentation, Control, or a related engineering discipline.
Chartered Engineer (CEng)
status and membership of a relevant professional body.
At least
10 years' leadership experience
in instrument engineering within chemical or high-hazard manufacturing (Upper Tier COMAH) environments.
Strong knowledge of
instrumentation design, control principles, commissioning, maintenance philosophies, and lifecycle management .
Proven expertise in
functional safety
(IEC 61508 / IEC 61511).
Skilled in
leadership, negotiation, influencing, and conflict resolution .
Demonstrated experience in
continuous improvement
initiatives.
Background in
project/programme management
with experience as a Responsible Engineer.
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Category:
- Manufacturing