Instrument Engineer

Middlesbrough
1 week ago
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Purpose

As a key member of the EC&I Team, the Instrument Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, installation, management of all instrumentation and systems across the site. Provide technical support to the maintenance technicians. Support the Manufacturing facilities in production. Contribute and deliver capital projects. Ensure regulatory compliance.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Develop and design instrumentation and control systems for new and existing processes.

Create detailed specifications and design documentation for instrumentation systems.

Oversee the installation and commissioning of instrumentation and control systems and manage installation contractors.

Conduct site inspections and testing to ensure proper installation and functionality.

Collaborate with project teams to integrate instrumentation systems into overall plant operations.

Develop and implement maintenance schedules for instrumentation and control systems.

Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with instrumentation and control systems.

Attend and actively participate in HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) and LOPA (Layer of Protection Analysis) meetings

Maintain documentation and records in accordance with COMAH regulations.

Ensure all instrumentation and control systems comply with ATEX directives.

Select and install ATEX-certified equipment in hazardous areas.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions.

SHEQ Management

Ensure that all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are met including (but not limited to) workplace organization, work instructions, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, housekeeping standards in accordance with GLP and GMP

Demonstrable evidence of understanding the importance of creating a safe environment

Working in a safe manner

Follow appropriate and relevant practices and procedures

Team Building & Incentive

Assist in the generation, data collection and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs).

Organize and deliver SHE related training modules for staff.

Communication

Verbal and written communication within Engineering Team.

Participate in interdepartmental communications.

Confidentiality

Follow company policies and procedures to keep confidentiality on sensitive information.

Others

Carry out other duties as directed by EC&I Engineering Leader

Key Interactions

Direction from

EC&I Engineering Leader

Head of Engineering and Maintenance

Peers

Senior Control Systems Engineer

Control Systems Engineer

Senior Instrument Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Skills & Qualifications

Education

Essential

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Desirable

Functional safety qualifications

CompEx

Key Skills

Essential

Strong knowledge of COMAH and ATEX regulations and safety standards.

Proficiency in instrumentation and control system design, installation, and maintenance.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Desirable

Proficiency in AutoCAD for designing and drafting instrumentation and control systems.

Experience with batch processing systems.

Familiarity with PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems particularly Siemens PCS7

Work Experience

Minimum of 2 years of experience in instrumentation engineering within a chemical processing or similar industrial environment

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