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Principal C&I Engineer Location:
Manchester Contract : 12 Months PAYE Inside IR35 Overview Our client is currently recruiting a Lead C&I Principal Engineer to support a long-term MSA within the downstream Oil & Gas sector. The role combines technical leadership with responsibility for project budgets, schedules, resource planning, and team management. Key Responsibilities Lead UK and global C&I engineering and design teams across all project phases. Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful delivery. Support both project execution and proposal development activities. Deliver Concept, FEED, and Detailed Design work across Oil & Gas, Chemical, Petrochemical, Power, and Energy Transition projects. Produce and review Instrument Engineering deliverables. Act as the focal point for client and multidisciplinary engineering interfaces. Key Requirements Extensive C&I design experience on major capital projects from concept to start-up. Strong background in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Chemical, or Refinery environments. Experience working to UK standards and regulations. Proven leadership of engineering teams, project budgets, schedules, and resources. Strong knowledge of DCS, PLC, SIS, ATEX, field instrumentation, and control systems. Competent in P&ID development, instrument specification, technical bid evaluation, and design safety. Excellent communication skills and experience working with global delivery teams. Company information At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Lead C&I Engineer looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
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Principal Control & Instrument Engineer in Manchester employer: First Technical Recruitment
At First Recruitment Group, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer by fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that values each team member's contributions. Our Glasgow location offers unique opportunities for professional growth within the engineering sector, particularly in secure and regulated environments, ensuring that our employees are well-supported in their career development while working on impactful projects. We are committed to providing a rewarding experience for our staff, with access to ongoing training and a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication.
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First Technical Recruitment Recruitment Team
