Senior Engineer

Senior Engineer - Control & Instrumentation (Contract) Ref 78188 Vacancy title Senior Engineer - Control & Instrumentation (Contract) Function(s) Design, Engineering Contract type Full time contractor / consultant Region North West England Location(s) Salford Quays, Manchester Description At BakerHicks, our EC&I team excels in simplifying complexity. Our expertise spans the chemical, pharmaceutical, process manufacturing, nuclear, and power generation sectors, providing EC&I services for intricate projects throughout the UK and Europe. Our seasoned experience in offering solutions tailored to the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of instrumented electrical power systems equips us with a deep understanding of our client's objectives, assisting them in realising the full potential of their products. We support our clients from feasibility studies to decommissioning, guaranteeing functional safety at every stage and scale of their projects. As part of a successful and growing control and instrumentation department, you’ll support the team that’s been delivering industry-leading design solutions for decades, carrying out any or all stages of C&I design from concept to completion as required by the project. Your organisational and communication skills will help you interact with internal and external contacts to deliver projects within time, quality and, budget constraints. You’ll also work to play an integral role in driving quality in delivery and developing the team as a whole. The role may involve occasional site visits and potential travel throughout the UK to various project locations. Why this role? By joining this team, you will be involved in various projects spanning multiple sectors, providing extensive opportunities to learn from different aspects of the business. You will engage in the project's full life cycle, from conception to delivery - a fantastic chance to witness your designs and efforts materialise. Exposure to a diverse range of control systems and technologies, from traditional designs to the latest cutting-edge advancements. Participating in projects that prioritise sustainability, collaborating with clients who develop innovative solutions, and leading the charge in their fields to become global pioneers. A growing team that fosters independence at work, values initiative, and provides a supportive and engaging environment for one another. Requirements Essential: Comprehensive experience in EC&I design and overseeing the delivery of the full project lifecycle Experience operating in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries Knowledge of hazardous area equipment selection and installation design requirements HNC minimum with suitable experience Preferable: Degree-qualified in Control and Instrument Engineering Actively working towards a professional registration (CEng/IEng) Understanding pharmaceutical clean room equipment selection and installation design requirements Knowledge of safety-related calculations and providing input to safety reviews - HAZOP, LOPA and SIL assessments. Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk ) About BakerHicks We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks . Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company. BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout. BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications. BakerHicks endeavours to process applications promptly, the upcoming festive season, our annual shutdown, and the planned leave of our hiring teams will delay the review of new applications until January 2026. Feedback and interviews are expected to commence the week of January 13th, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr