C&I Engineer Southeast based Up to 70k Key Responsibilities: Specify and approve field instrumentation and control equipment Support installation and commissioning of new systems to enhance existing control and instrumentation infrastructure Maintain and optimise SCADA systems to improve operational efficiency and performance Identify process control issues and develop effective control strategies in collaboration with engineering and operations teams Provide technical support and fault diagnosis across DCS, SCADA, and PLC systems Coordinate with suppliers and contractors to resolve technical issues and ensure project delivery Perform routine system maintenance including backups, disaster recovery planning/testing, and system diagnostics through log analysis Support response to unplanned outages and system failures Analyse operational data and produce technical reports with findings and recommendations Engage with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and regulatory bodies where required Manage procurement of control and instrumentation equipment Develop and update testing procedures Contribute to the design of hardware and software functional specifications for automation systems Support development of technical proposals and maintain system documentation and data libraries Prepare and review engineering documentation such as scopes of work, schematics, network diagrams, I/O schedules, and loop drawings Review control system designs (including PLC, DCS, SIS, and SCADA architectures) Assist with commissioning activities, including preparation of documentation and on-site support Participate in technical reviews such as P&IDs, HAZOPs, LOPAs, FATs, and SATs Essential Skills & Experience: 5-10 years' relevant industry experience in control and instrumentation engineering Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent with strong practical experience Hands-on experience with field instrumentation and system integration Strong background in industrial control systems design, maintenance, and troubleshooting (PLC, SCADA, DCS, SIS) Experience with industrial communication networks and protocols (e.g. Modbus, Profibus, Industrial Ethernet) Proven experience in commissioning and fault finding on-site Experience supervising installation and commissioning activities Familiarity with FAT and SAT processes Strong IT skills Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards (e.g. hazardous area compliance and major hazard regulations) Awareness of industry standards such as BS 7671, BS EN 60079, and functional safety standards Understanding of emerging technologies in automation and control Desirable Skills: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or similar) Membership of a relevant professional institution Experience with SCADA platforms and industrial control systems from major vendors Exposure to PLC/SCADA/DCS programming Knowledge of industrial networking, cybersecurity, and system architecture Experience with server environments, virtualisation, and network management Familiarity with cybersecurity standards (e.g. IEC 62443) Experience configuring and managing firewalls Knowledge of industrial protocols and OPC interfaces Experience supporting Windows Server environments and hardware Experience reviewing control system hardware and software designs