Instrument Design engineer

Are you an experienced Instrument Designer seeking a new opportunity with an industrial engineering solutions consultancy? Do you have a good working knowledge of E&I design principles? Would you be interested in joining a highly competent workforce of engineering specialists delivering technical solutions to key projects? If so, then please read on and get in touch today!

The opportunity:

Our client is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Instrument Designer to join an engineering consultancy working onsite at a major pharmaceutical facility in Macclesfield, Cheshire. The role will support the local projects team through the provision of Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) design and consulting services. Working from a dedicated satellite design office within the client's premises, this is a key role requiring both technical expertise and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will take ownership of multiple projects across the site and play a vital part in the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and timely engineering solutions.

Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum, depending on experience

Current project portfolio includes:

• Extensive flow and pressure monitoring upgrades
• Effluent treatment plant control system upgrade to PLC
• Process plant migration to Distributed Control System (DCS)

Your duties and responsibilities will be:

• Collaborate closely with multi-discipline design teams and project managers to support the successful delivery of pharmaceutical projects.
• Review and assess client requirements and translate them into engineering design solutions.
• Prepare resource estimates for design-related activities.
• Deliver scope documents, technical reports, concept designs, and detailed designs (typically RIBA Stages 2–4).
• Support project delivery against time, quality, and cost objectives, managing multiple design packages concurrently.
• Produce high-quality documentation in line with defined standards and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with third-party design and equipment vendors to integrate systems effectively.
• Coordinate with other disciplines including Mechanical, Process, HVAC, and Civil.
• Produce 2D design deliverables including:

• General arrangements and equipment layouts
• Cable and containment routing diagrams
• Cable block diagrams
• Instrument loop diagrams
• Honeywell BMS interface diagrams.

You will have the following qualifications and experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an Electrical & Instrumentation design role, ideally within pharmaceutical or process industry projects.
• HNC, Degree, or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of E&I design best practices.
• Experience undertaking full project life cycle (concept through detailed design and construction support).
• Familiarity with ATEX hazardous area classification and Intrinsic Safety principles.
• Experience or understanding of Functional Safety (IEC61508 / IEC61511).

It’s great if you also have the following:

• Ability to undertake and interpret site surveys.
• Working knowledge of CDM Regulations (2015).
• Compex 12 qualification – desirable.
• Previous experience working on UK pharmaceutical or regulated sector projects – advantageous.
• Membership of a relevant professional body – desirable.
• Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Comfortable working independently or within a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Software Proficiency:

• AutoCAD LT (2D design)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Working Conditions:

Based onsite in Macclesfield, Cheshire, within a major pharmaceutical facility. Operating from a dedicated satellite office run by an engineering consultancy. 40 hours per week with potential for occasional flexibility based on project demands.

Get in touch now:

If you’re seeking a new opportunity to progress to the next step of your career as an Instrument Designer and have the relevant experience our client desires then apply now or contact our specialist Recruitment Consultant Stuart Cooper via LinkedIn.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons who are eligible to live and work in the UK. Millbank is proud to be a member of the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’. Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business.