Control and Instrumentation Designer

Humber Recruitment are resourcing a Control and Instrumentation (C&I) Designer for a client of ours based in Grimsby or Congleton.

Our client is hiring a Control and Instrumentation Designer to help deliver some of their most important engineering projects. But this is more than technical design — it’s about how their clients experience working with them.

You’ll bring ideas to life through detailed C&I designs, contributing directly to project success while acting as a trusted partner to both clients and engineering teams.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Thrives on technical problem-solving, clarity in complex environments, and takes real pride in the detail of their work
• Understands that great design is about more than drawings — it’s about delivering a great client experience
• Has the motivation to step into a new sector and the curiosity to grow with support

You’ll work on a diverse range of engineering challenges, collaborating with some of the most experienced EC&I professionals in the industry. Whether it’s specifying instrumentation, designing control systems, or integrating with other engineering disciplines, your work will have a direct impact.

You don’t need deep experience in every part of EC&I or the energy sector to succeed. If you bring strong C&I fundamentals, a proactive mindset, and a desire to grow, you will be supported every step of the way.

Join the client and help shape how it delivers its 5-Year strategy — through innovation, collaboration, and design excellence

How You Will Contribute

You’ll be accountable for delivering control and instrumentation designs from concept through to final sign-off, ensuring every detail aligns with the technical requirements and what success looks like for the client

You will:

• Prepare and check the C&I detailed design documentation
• Work from P&IDs and site layouts
• Prepare and check C&I drawings, including general arrangements, cable routes, block diagrams, loop sheets, and hook-ups
• Prepare and check control panel designs, including general arrangements and wiring diagrams
• Specify equipment and prepare and check C&I datasheets
• Prepare and check C&I schedules, including I/O, cable, instrument list, etc
• Perform design calculations including IS, power, and heat loss
• Prepare and check the scope of work and other associated design documentation
• Liaise with other members of the design team
• Liaise with clients, contractors and vendors
• Work to client, national and international standards and regulations
• Adhere to company quality and standards
• Carry out work in a safe and effective manner
• Attend training, develop and maintain skills

What You Will Bring

Essentials:

• Proficiency in control systems design and implementation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• HNC Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, or related field

Desirables:

• 3 years C&I design experience
• Gas and ATEX Experience
• Relevant industry certifications
• Electrical experience and knowledge

What You Will Get

• £35,700 to £53,500 Depending on experience + excellent benefits
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private healthcare (plus family options)
• Company pension
• Death in Service & Critical Illness cover
• Work from Grimsby or Congleton- Dynamic working 2 days per week, minimum working from your nearest office
• Recognition scheme & genuine commitment to your development

To apply for the position, click the apply button below or at the top of the page and complete the form. For more information on the role, call our team on 01472 729768 and we will be happy to assist. You can visit our jobs page to see our full list of available vacancies.

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