Controls & Instrumentation Engineer

Controls & Instrumentation Engineer - Hybrid (Ilkley + Some UK Travel)

An established process engineering firm is looking for a Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to join their team. This is a hybrid role with a 50/50 split between project delivery and customer support, offering variety and technical depth.

The Role

Capital Projects

• Design control systems for fans, pumps, valves, dampers, and instrumentation

• Specify and manage subcontractors for panel build, software, and installation

• Ensure electrical compliance with EN60204, ISO 13849, and IEC 62061

• Support commissioning and handover on customer sites

• Produce documentation including FDS, schematics, cable schedules and panel layouts

Customer Support

• On-site testing, calibration and troubleshooting of control systems

• Maintain support contracts and respond to breakdowns and service calls

• Regular UK travel to customer sites, with flexibility on working location

Requirements

• HNC or above in Electrical Engineering

• 3+ years in electrical/control design or automation

• Strong understanding of PLCs, VSDs, and safety systems

• Experience producing technical documentation from P&IDs and I/O lists

• Able to manage site visits, testing, and commissioning

• Clean UK driving licence

Nice to Have

• Experience in thermal processes, printing, food, or paper industries

• Familiar with MS Office and electrical design software (AutoCAD, EPlan, etc.)

• Confident working independently and with clients directly

This is a hands-on role suited to an engineer who enjoys both design and real-world problem solving. If you're after variety, ownership, and solid technical challenges - get in touch.