EC & I Project Engineer - Matchtech : Job Details

Our client, a large chemical plant located in West Bromwich, West Midlands, specialising in organo-sulphur synthesis and high-pressure hydrogenation, is currently seeking an EC & I Engineer. This is a permanent position within the Controls and Automation sector.

• Managing the full EC & I life-cycle of chemical plant instrumentation projects from conceptualisation to commissioning, including various types of instrumentation and control systems like PLC controllers, safety instrumented systems, and intrinsic safety.
• Overseeing the modification of plant instrumentation systems through a management of change process.
• Creating and modifying instrumentation drawings using AutoCAD or similar software, and maintaining familiarity with all types of instrumentation documents such as loop drawings, I/O lists, P&ID's, and network architecture diagrams.
• Maintaining records on all instrumentation items, including modifications, repairs, and specifications.
• Working within the chemical process or other regulated industries such as Pharmaceutical, Petrochemical, or Food, with a good understanding of DSEAR/ATEX compliance.
• Managing control and safety systems, adhering to functional safety standards IEC61508 & IEC61511, and performing proof tests along HSE guidelines.
• Complying with HSE requirements and maintaining knowledge of Planned Preventive Maintenance and Total Productive Maintenance.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards.

• Experience with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), AutoCAD, Instrumentation, and Controls.
• Recognised EC & I apprenticeship or educated to HNC level as a minimum.
• Experience in managing EC & I projects.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

• 25 days paid holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays
• 40 hour working week (Mon to Fri, 8am to 4.30pm)
• Paid sick scheme
• Free life assurance
• BHSF scheme
• Access to a stakeholder pension scheme

If you are an experienced EC & I Engineer looking to join a highly skilled installation, maintenance, and calibration team within a lower tier COMAH facility, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team in West Bromwich.