Principal C&I Engineer

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Principal C&I Engineer to support a diverse portfolio of projects across the chemical, pharmaceutical, nuclear, power generation, and process manufacturing sectors.
Title: Principal C&I Engineer
Staff / Contract: Contract – 6 month durations initially – however extensions may be possible for further long term engagement
IR35 status: Inside – contractors must be compliant with PAYE / Umbrella payroll solutions
Hours: Standard full time hours – significant flexibility is available with only 1/2 days per week necessary in office.
Rate: £60-£65p/h (gross umbrella)
Candidates will require the ability to obtain at least basic level security clearance, and possess prior experience delivering design of C&I engineering for different project life cycles including, concept, FEEDs and detailed design.
Client Info
Our expertise spans the chemical, pharmaceutical, process manufacturing, nuclear, and power generation sectors, providing EC&I services for intricate projects throughout the UK and Europe.
Our seasoned experience in offering solutions tailored to the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of instrumented electrical power systems equips us with a deep understanding of our client's objectives, assisting them in realising the full potential of their products.
We support our clients from feasibility studies to decommissioning, guaranteeing functional safety at every stage and scale of their projects.
As part of a successful and growing control and instrumentation department, you’ll support the team that’s been delivering industry-leading design solutions for decades, carrying out any or all stages of C&I design from concept to completion as required by the project.
Your organisational and communication skills will help you interact with internal and external contacts to deliver projects within time, quality and, budget constraints. You’ll also work to play an integral role in driving quality in delivery and developing the team as a whole.
The role may involve occasional site visits and potential travel throughout the UK to various project locations. Security clearance ay also be required. Existing clearance would be advantageous, but as a minimum you must be eligible to obtain this.
Why this role?

• By joining this team, you will be involved in various projects spanning multiple sectors, providing extensive opportunities to learn from different aspects of the business.
  
• You will engage in the project's full life cycle, from conception to delivery—a fantastic chance to witness your designs and efforts materialise.
  
• Exposure to a diverse range of control systems and technologies, from traditional designs to the latest cutting-edge advancements.
  
• Participating in projects that prioritise sustainability, collaborating with clients who develop innovative solutions, and leading the charge in their fields to become global pioneers.
  
• A growing team that fosters independence at work, values initiative, and provides a supportive and engaging environment for one another.
  Essential Principal C&I Engineer Requirements:
  
• Comprehensive experience in EC&I design and overseeing the delivery of the full project lifecycle
  
• Experience operating in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries
  
• Knowledge of hazardous area equipment selection and installation design requirements
  
• HNC minimum with suitable experience
  Preferable Principal C&I Engineer Requirements:
  
• Degree-qualified in Control and Instrument Engineering
  
• Actively working towards a professional registration (CEng/IEng)
  
• Understanding pharmaceutical clean room equipment selection and installation design requirements
  
• Knowledge of safety-related calculations and providing input to safety reviews - HAZOP, LOPA and SIL assessments.
  Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors