Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy generation company to recruit a Controls and Instrumentation Engineer to be based at their Energy from Waste site in Worchester.
The Controls and Instrumentation role comes with a salary of up to £63,000 + benefits.
If you’re a HNC qualified C&I Engineer who has worked on heavy industrial plant, ideally with experience on CEMS and DCS equipment, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the C&I Engineer role
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager you will:
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Ensure all control and instrumentation systems are correctly operated, maintained, tested, and calibrated in line with statutory and site requirements.
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Lead and develop a team of C&I Technicians, providing technical direction, performance management, and ongoing training.
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Maintain and optimise the site’s Distributed Control System (DCS) and Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS), ensuring compliance with environmental and operational standards.
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Plan, manage, and oversee maintenance and calibration contracts for specialist systems including DCS, CEMS, water treatment, and security systems.
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Support audits, compliance activities, and procurement processes in collaboration with the Maintenance Manager.
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Develop and implement obsolescence and cyber security strategies for control and instrumentation systems.
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Provide fault diagnosis, emergency support, and cross-discipline technical assistance to maintain plant reliability and performance.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
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Minimum HNC (Higher National Certificate) or higher in Control & Instrumentation, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline.
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At least five years’ post-qualification experience in a C&I role within a power generation, process, or heavy industrial environment.
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Strong technical knowledge of DCS and CEMS systems, with proven hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
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Demonstrated experience managing teams and external maintenance contractors.
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Solid understanding of process control systems, safety standards, and compliance frameworks.
Personal skills
The Controls and Instrumentation Engineer role would suit someone who is:
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Analytical and disciplined, with a structured approach to problem-solving and fault investigation.
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Confident leader and communicator, able to mentor technical staff and collaborate effectively with other engineering functions.
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Proactive and independent, with a commitment to reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Salary and benefits of the C&I Engineer role
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Starting salary of £45,000 - £63,000
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Benefits package
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Opportunity to work for a leading energy company
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