Principal C&I Engineer

Imperial Recruitment, are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior or Principal C&I Engineer to support the EC&I discipline within a well-established engineering organisation. This role involves the delivery of complex engineering tasks across a range of projects, supporting business development opportunities, and ensuring compliance with legal and client requirements.

This is a key role for a technically proficient individual who enjoys working collaboratively and is committed to driving quality and efficiency in project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engineering tasks in accordance with project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Act as Lead Engineer where required, managing technical delivery for assigned projects.
• Support business development activities through proposal preparation and consultancy.
• Contribute to discipline competence assessments and design assurance.
• Provide technical expertise in the specification, design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of C&I systems.
• Produce and review technical documentation and ensure compliance with relevant standards and procedures.
• Analyse performance issues, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend improvements.
• Assist in the development and implementation of engineering procedures and best practices.
• Prepare user requirement specifications and datasheets for C&I equipment.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience across the full project lifecycle including Pre-FEED, FEED, and EPC within sectors such as chemicals, oil & gas, petrochemicals, or power generation.
• Strong knowledge of C&I design standards and legislation.
• Experience with safety instrumented systems and functional safety life cycles.
• Familiarity with hazardous area classification and associated equipment standards.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and documentation.
• Effective report writing and presentation skills.
• Understanding of project control processes and change management.
• Knowledge of SHE and quality systems relevant to C&I engineering.

Professional Standards and Competence:

• Commitment to maintaining a high standard of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Uphold behavioural standards in line with organisational values.
• Maintain professional competence through ongoing development and training.

Working Relationships:

• This role does not include direct reports but involves regular collaboration across teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Act as a positive representative of the EC&I discipline and wider engineering team.

Benefits:

• Annual bonus - up to 9%
• Annual leave - 25 days + 8 days bank holiday
• Pension - 10% employer
• Hybrid working with minimum 3 days in the office.
• Flexible working hours, 37.5 hours per week with contracted working hours of 08:30-17:00 (1 hour break), but can have a flexible start/finish time/break around core hours of 9-4 mon-thu and 9-2 Friday.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
Imperial Recruitment Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.