Populus are working with a global leader in the pharmaceutical industry who is looking for a Lead EC&I Engineer.
Purpose of the Role
The lead of the EC&I Engineering Department at a top-tier COMAH batch manufacturing chemical site leads a team to design, maintain, and optimize EC&I systems. They ensure compliance with safety regulations, manage projects, and drive continuous improvements while overseeing budgets and fostering professional development within the team.
Working with all departments to ensure safe operation and maintenance of plant.
Oversee and lead a team of electrical, control, and instrument engineers, ensuring optimal performance and professional development.
Handle all aspects of team management, including, recruitment, conducting appraisals, managing annual leave, and ensuring the well-being and professional growth of team members
Working with the senior engineers to provide technical leadership in electrical, control and instrumentation disciplines.
Manage time and allocate EC&I engineering resource to business functions including; operational support, maintenance support, and projects
Develop and maintain site standards and policies to ensure compliance with COMAH regulations and other relevant safety standards.
Overall responsible person for functional safety and drive business practices to ensure compliance with the relevant standards (IEC 61508 & 61511).
Overall responsible person for compliance with electrical regulations and standards including LV & HV safety, ATEX and LOTO.
Overall responsible person OT cyber security, ensuring compliance and best practice to relevant standards (OG0086 & IEC 62443)
Education
Essential
~ Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Instrumentation & Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.
Desirable
Chartered Status
TUV FS Engineering Status