Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer
Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a dynamic role in the design and instrumentation of process plants? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise drives project success from concept to handover?
Our client, a leader in engineering solutions for the food, beverage, personal care, and homecare industries, is seeking a Senior Electrical (EC&I) Engineer to join their team in Warrington. If you're passionate about electrical control systems, instrumentation, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Requirements:

1. HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with relevant industry experience.
2. 5+ years in electrical process system design, review, and engineering.
3. Strong experience in control panel design, testing, and hazardous area compliance (ATEX).
4. Proficiency in AutoCAD & Microsoft Office.
5. Expertise in control systems (Siemens/Rockwell) and industrial networks (Profibus, Profinet, AS-i, Ethernet).
6. Hands-on experience with instrumentation (flow, level, pressure, temperature, weight systems) and suppliers like Endress & Hauser, IFM, Siemens, and Mettler Toledo.
7. Ability to generate electrical drawings, schedules, and project documentation.
8. Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
9. UK Driving Licence (site visits required).

Salary and Benefits:

1. Competitive salary based on experience.
2. Professional development opportunities in a growing industry.
3. Supportive team environment with a focus on innovation.
4. Travel opportunities for site surveys and commissioning.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop electrical & instrumentation specifications for process plants.
2. Collaborate with process engineers and suppliers to define instrumentation requirements.
3. Support sales with proposal preparation and cost estimation.
4. Oversee control panel manufacturing, testing, and approval.
5. Design electrical loop diagrams, cable routes, and layouts.
6. Configure and commission instruments, VSDs, and control networks.
7. Assist with site power-up, I/O testing, and commissioning.
8. Ensure compliance with hazardous area regulations (ATEX).
9. Manage project documentation and handover to clients.

If you're a proactive and technically skilled Electrical Engineer ready to take on a senior role in a forward-thinking company, apply now!

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