Senior Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation)

Senior Engineer – Electrical Engineering (Control & Instrumentation) | Millom, United Kingdom | Hybrid | £42,215+

We're hiring on behalf of a globally recognised organisation in the defence, aerospace, and security sectors. This employer is known for pioneering technological advancements and protecting critical interests. They offer a dynamic environment where employees are trusted to contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions that shape a safer future.

The Role

• Develop functional designs for Control & Instrumentation (C&I) solutions for electrical systems, deriving requirements from P&ID diagrams.
• Produce Bills of Materials (BOMs) for C&I equipment.
• Specify instrumentation for measuring pressure, temperature, flow, level, and analysis, ensuring suitability for specific process conditions and compliance with various standards, including defence, British, naval, and nuclear.
• Design and verify C&I solutions to meet a wide range of requirements, including functional, safety, EMC, shock, and metallics.
• Produce essential design documentation such as I/O schedules, instrument schedules, cable schedules, functional design specifications, and instrument specifications.
• Lead and participate in technical design reviews for C&I systems and articulate technical arguments clearly and logically.

What You'll Need

• BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in engineering lifecycle development and system calculations, modelling, and analysis.
• Understanding of control system architecture and communication protocols (e.g., RS-485, PROFIBUS).
• Experience in specifying equipment for hazardous areas and producing supporting verification evidence.
• Familiarity with functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508) and the generation of related safety claims.
• Possess a multi-disciplinary understanding of engineering, including aspects of Mechanical, Process, Instrument, Electrical, Control, and Safety.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Hybrid working arrangements with flexibility options.
• Relocation support packages available for eligible candidates.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career development within a leading industry organisation.

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