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.