- Permanent
- Runcorn
- £55k - 75k per year GBP

EC&I Partners
Job Title: Control & Instrument Engineer – Northwest
Job ID: 32179
Location: Northwest Regional Role
Salary: Up to £75,000per annum
Hours: Flexible Working Hours: 36.25 hours between the hours of 8am to 6pm.
Contract/Permanent: Permanent
Site Based/Office/Remote: Site/Remote Working (Hybrid)
Benefits:
- Up to £75,000 base salary + 10% performance bonus
- 30 days holiday + bank holidays
- Hybrid working – blend remote with field-based responsibilities
- Private healthcare for peace of mind
- Pension scheme: 6% employee + 9% employer contribution
- Flexible hours that support a healthy work-life balance
- Be part of a mission-critical industry – fuel, hydrocarbon & energy distribution
Overview:
Are you a driven, technically sharp Control & Instrumentation Engineer looking for more autonomy and bigger challenges? This is your chance to make a real impact in a highly regulated, high-reliability sector that fuels the UK’s infrastructure.
We’re looking for someone to take ownership of regional C&I systems-from design and upgrades to troubleshooting and performance enhancement-while helping shape engineering standards across an innovative and evolving business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead C&I modifications and support major upgrade projects
- Troubleshoot instrumentation and control system failures (PLC/SCADA/DCS)
- Configure instrumentation and liaise with equipment vendors
- Develop, review, and implement robust C&I design standards
- Respond to system downtime with urgency and technical expertise
- Guide teams across operations, maintenance, and project delivery
- Engage with suppliers, contractors, and authorities
- Contribute to technical reports, testing procedures, and data analysis
- Drive continuous improvement and help shape future system strategy
Experience and Skills:
- 5-10 years’ experience in C&I engineering, ideally in hazardous or process environments
- A degree in Electrical, Controls or Instrumentation Engineering (BSc/BEng) or equivalent
- Proven experience with hazardous area equipment, PLC/DCS/SCADA systems, and safety standards
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in control systems is a bonus
- Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated, proactive, and curious about emerging technologies
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