Instrument Designer

Instrument Designer



Role Overview



We 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

Role Detail Description:

The Senior Instrument Designer will work closely with the Multi Discipline Design Team and Project Manager supporting the efficient and effective delivery of pharmaceutical projects.



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 (TypicallyRIBA2-4)

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

Provision of 2D Design Deliverables, GAs, equipment layouts and cable/containment routing diagrams

Cable Block Diagrams

Instrument Loop Diagrams

Honey well BMS Interface Diagrams

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

Compex 12 Qualification desirable

Experience in ATEX Hazardous Area design and protection concepts including Intrinsic Safety

Experience in Functional Safety-IEC61508/IEC61511 desirable

Project life cycle experience (Concept through detail design to construction support)

Knowledge of data and administrative management practices and procedures

Sound experience and knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015

Undertake site surveys

Possess collaborative skills and experience working in part of a multi-discipline team

Possess ability to work in a team or alone, comfortable to liaise with client representatives

Strong communication and organisational skills

Software Packages

Proficient use of the following software packages:



Auto CADLT

Microsoft suite of programs