We now wish to recruit a E&I Project Engineer to support project activities at one of our client sites in the Cheshire area. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and develop the E&I strategy of the site, ensuring compliance, reliability, and continuous improvement. * Support and guide the maintenance manager with the day-to-day maintenance activities across electrical, instrumentation, and automation disciplines including updating procedures, and preventative maintenance plans * Provide technical leadership and guidance to the maintenance team and contractors. * Support the Sr Project managers (site based & group engineering) with the design of new recycling plants * Ensure all E&I systems comply with UK regulations (e.g., BS7671, ATEX, DSEAR, PUWER, COMAH). * Oversee and ensure delivery of small to mid-sized enabling projects including automation upgrades, control system improvements, and equipment replacements. * Act as the engineering authority for all plant-wide E&I modifications and change control. * Develop scopes, cost estimates, and execution plans for E&I and automation work packages. * Manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and resources in alignment with business priorities. * Collaborate with (external) automation and process engineers to enhance process control and digitalization. * Maintain and improve PLC, SCADA, DCS, and HMI systems (preferably Siemens-based). * Ensure cybersecurity standards are upheld in all automation-related systems. * Coordinate with OEMs, integrators, and contractors for specialist E&I or automation work. * Lead E&I input into site outages, shutdowns, turnarounds, and start-ups. * Maintain accurate as-built documentation, drawings, loop diagrams, and E&I asset registers. * Contribute to site reliability efforts through root cause analysis and equipment performance monitoring. * Support safety studies (HAZOP, LOPA) and provide E&I expertise in hazard identification and risk reduction. * Be the primary E&I contact for large capital projects delivered by group project teams. * Ensure effective handover and integration of project deliverables into operational maintenance Ideally you will have the following: * Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Automation Engineering. * 5 years’ relevant experience in a COMAH/chemical or process manufacturing environment. * Proven track record managing E&I maintenance and projects, including budget responsibility. * Strong working knowledge of UK electrical regulations, functional safety, and industrial control systems. * Experience with permit-to-work systems, contractor management, and site safety leadership. * Familiarity with CMMS and engineering drawing tools (e.g., AutoCAD). * Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. If you have any questions or would like to apply, please send your CV to Wyn Davies at PM Group