Our client are currently seeking to recruit a Senior Instrument Designer to be based in Macclesfield Cheshire.

The Senior Instrument Designer will have the responsibility to support the local projects team through provision of Electrical & Instrument Design and Consulting Services.

This role will require a high level of autonomy and strong communication skills.

The Senior Instrument Designer will have a technical engineering design background. Projects within the current portfolio include:

• Extensive flow and pressure monitoring project
• Upgrade of effluent plant to PLC control
• Upgrade of process plant to DCS

The post holder will:

• Review and assess customer needs
• Provide resource estimates for design related activities
• Produce reports, scope of works, concept design and detailed designs(Typically RIBA2-4)
• Support effective delivery of projects to time, quality, and cost targets together with the ability to multi-task and prioritise
• Produce documentation in accordance with defined standards/quality requirements
• Liaise with design and equipment subcontractors
• Interface with other disciplines such as Mechanical, Process, HVAC and Civil
• This position requires significant interface with the client and the Installation team to meet these requirements it is recommended the Senior Instrument Designer attends the Macclesfield office 3 days per week.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Extensive experience (at least 5 years) in a relevant design role including successful delivery of electrical installation designs within projects for the pharmaceutical sector.
  • HNC or Degree in technical engineering related subject
  • Membership of professional Institution or similar body is desirable
  • Experience in UK pharmaceutical construction projects is desirable but not essential
  • Experience of E&I design best practices
  • Role is offered on a Hybrid Basis 2 days WFH and 3 days on site at Macclesfield