Controls & Instrumentation Engineer

Controls & Instrumentation Engineer - Hybrid (Ilkley + Some UK Travel)



An established process engineering firm is looking for a Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to join their team. This is a hybrid role with a 50/50 split between project delivery and customer support, offering variety and technical depth.



The Role



Capital Projects



Design control systems for fans, pumps, valves, dampers, and instrumentation



Specify and manage subcontractors for panel build, software, and installation



Ensure electrical compliance with EN60204, ISO 13849, and IEC 62061



Support commissioning and handover on customer sites



Produce documentation including FDS, schematics, cable schedules and panel layouts



Customer Support



On-site testing, calibration and troubleshooting of control systems



Maintain support contracts and respond to breakdowns and service calls



Regular UK travel to customer sites, with flexibility on working location



Requirements



HNC or above in Electrical Engineering



3+ years in electrical/control design or automation



Strong understanding of PLCs, VSDs, and safety systems



Experience producing technical documentation from P&IDs and I/O lists



Able to manage site visits, testing, and commissioning



Clean UK driving licence



Nice to Have



Experience in thermal processes, printing, food, or paper industries



Familiar with MS Office and electrical design software (AutoCAD, EPlan, etc.)



Confident working independently and with clients directly



This is a hands-on role suited to an engineer who enjoys both design and real-world problem solving. If you're after variety, ownership, and solid technical challenges - get in touch