Electrical and Instrumentation Designer in Colchester

Electrical & Instrumentation Designer – 6 Month Contract

Location: Clitheroe – hybrid – onsite 3 days a week, 2 days from home

Rate: £57.97 per hour (umbrella)

Contract Length: 6 months

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Designer to join a dynamic engineering team on a 6-month contract, based at the Clitheroe site. The successful candidate will play a key role in the creation and development of electrical and instrumentation design drawings, supporting both ongoing site improvements and new capital projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical and instrumentation design drawings, including schematic diagrams, single line diagrams, loop drawings, cable routing, and panel layouts.
• Draft scopes of work, bills of materials, termination schedules, equipment data sheets, and proof testing documents.
• Support installation supervisors with design packs and technical guidance.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) on site and at supplier locations.
• Liaise with suppliers for technical data and quotations.
• Contribute to hazard studies, design reviews, and project reviews.
• Report work status to management and self-manage design office requests.

Essential Skills & Experience

• HNC in Electrical Design or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of P&IDs, line diagrams, process data sheets, and mechanical drawings.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2019 and Trimble Pro Design.
• Working knowledge of low voltage power system design, instrumentation, and control loop design.
• Familiarity with BS7671:2018 (IET Wiring Regulations) & BS EN 61439.
• Excellent IT skills, self-management, and professional communication abilities.
• Strong teamwork, flexibility, and concern for high standards.

Desirable

• Experience with DCS/PLC systems (Emerson Delta V, Hima Sella, Mitsubishi PLCs).
• Knowledge of motor control systems and safety instrumented systems.
• IOSH or NEBOSH certification.