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Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 65,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hartlepool, County Durham

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

Our client based in Hartlepool are looking to recruit an experienced Electrical and Instrumentation Technician to work for a large Chemical Manufacturer.

If you’re looking for secure, long-term work with a company known for quality, innovation, and looking after its people, this is a great opportunity for you.

Job Title: Electrical and Instrument Technician

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000

Location: Hartlepool

Summary:

Electrical & Instrumentation (E/I) Engineer responsible for leading and supporting the design, maintenance, and compliance of electrical and control systems across operations. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and regulatory-compliant performance of all E/I systems, with duties including project execution, technical troubleshooting, standards adherence, and functional safety. Requires strong engineering expertise, leadership capability, and a solid background in industrial or process environments, along with the ability to guide teams, manage contractors, and drive continuous improvement in engineering practices.

Role Responsibilities:

  * Lead the design, specification, and review of E/I systems for both new installations and modifications to existing infrastructure.

  * Deliver technical oversight and troubleshooting support to maintenance and operations teams, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and safely.

  * Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical and instrumentation standards and regulations, including BS7671, ATEX, DSEAR, and IEC standards.

  * Act as the technical authority for electrical and control systems, maintaining system integrity and driving continuous improvement.

  * Manage interfaces with third-party contractors, vendors, and engineering consultants on E/I scopes of work.

  * Develop maintenance strategies for E/I equipment, supporting asset integrity and system reliability.

  * Review and produce technical documentation including specifications, drawings, and reports.

  * Contribute to capital projects from concept through design, procurement, installation, and commissioning.

  * Provide mentoring and technical guidance to technicians.

Key Requirements:

  * Degree-qualified in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering (or a closely related discipline).

  * Chartered Engineer status or working toward professional registration desirable.

  * Strong working knowledge of UK electrical and instrumentation legislation and best practices.

  * Demonstrable experience in the design, operation, and maintenance of E/I systems in a process or industrial environment.

  * Familiarity with functional safety standards and hazardous area equipment selection and design.

  * Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.

  * Competence in relevant design and analysis software (e.g. AutoCAD, ETAP, PLC/DCS platforms).

  * CompEx certification or similar hazardous area competency.

  * Experience in sectors such as chemicals, energy, oil & gas, manufacturing, or utilities.

  * Exposure to industrial control systems, automation, and instrumentation networking

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