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