Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Job Title: Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Working Location: Guildford (Site-Based)

Contract Type: Permanent

Why This Role Stands Out

✔ Work on a live operational asset (not just office-based design)

✔ Strong focus on SIS, PLCs, and functional safety

✔ Mix of troubleshooting, upgrades, and project work

✔ Opportunity to lead small projects and influence improvements

✔ Close working with operations and maintenance teams

Key Responsibilities

- Supporting and improving process control systems and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)

- Working on PLC / DCS systems (including Siemens, Allen Bradley, Honeywell)

- Delivering control system upgrades and modifications

- Producing SIL documentation, SRS, and verification work

- Supporting plant troubleshooting and root cause analysis

- Ensuring compliance with IEC 61508 / 61511 standards

- Supporting hazardous area instrumentation (ATEX environments)

- Working closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams

- Supporting commissioning, testing, and system improvements

Requirements

- Experience in Control & Instrumentation / Control Systems within process, energy, or industrial environments

- Hands-on experience with PLCs / DCS (Siemens, Honeywell, ABB, etc.)

- Strong understanding of SIS and functional safety (IEC 61508 / 61511)

- Experience working on or supporting live plant operations

- Familiar with hazardous areas (ATEX / BS EN 60079)

- Practical, problem-solving mindset with strong stakeholder engagement

Benefits

- Competitive benefits package

- Real-world project delivery and ownership

- Opportunities to work on operational improvements

- Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams

Apply now to take ownership of control and instrumentation systems in a dynamic, hands-on site-based role