via Greenhouse · 15 September 2026 ·4 days ago

Senior Engineer Control & Instrumentation (C&I) (Contract)

BakerHicks
Manchester
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<h3>About the Role</h3>
<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol">BakerHicks is looking for an experienced Senior C&amp;I Engineer to support a growing workload across a range of technically complex projects.</div>
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<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol">The successful candidate will join a small team of engineers and designers, while also working as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.</div>
<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol">The role will involve the delivery of Control and Instrumentation activities across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility studies through to commissioning. This includes C&amp;I design, data sheets, schedules, and associated technical documentation.</div>
<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol"><br>Project work may include clean rooms, hazardous areas and process plants.</div>
<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol">The initial assignment is expected to be within Life Sciences, supporting a chemical plant project, with further opportunities to work across Nuclear and Defence projects. </div>
<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol">This role will be based in our Manchester office, alongside regular client site visits in the NE.</div>
<h3><br>What You’ll Be Doing</h3>
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<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Delivering C&amp;I activities from feasibility through to commissioning.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Producing C&amp;I design, data sheets, schedules and associated documentation.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Taking ownership of packages of work and delivering them independently.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Deputising for the Lead Engineer when required.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Working closely with a small engineering and design team, as well as a wider multidisciplinary team.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Engaging with clients where required.</li>
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<h3><br>What We’re Looking For</h3>
<div class="paragraph-in-scc-markdown-text ___1ngh792 ftgm304 f1iaxwol">We are looking for someone who can work independently, take ownership of a package of work and deliver it confidently, with proven experience delivering independently.</div>
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<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Experience delivering a full C&amp;I package on projects within highly regulated sectors.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Experience with hazardous area equipment selection and installation design requirements.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance at SC level or above.</li>
<li class="___ccc16d0 fje8fi8 f1ng9h0j f1bwykku f18jd3zf">Willingness and ability to attend regular site visits.</li>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels. </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;"><span style="font-style: italic;">The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role (SC level), in line with client and sector requirements. </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;"><span style="font-style: italic;">In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (</span><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels"><span style="font-style: italic;">National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK</span></a><span style="font-style: italic;">) </span></p>
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<h3><strong>About BakerHicks</strong> </h3>
<p>We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: <a href="https://bakerhicks.com/en/about">About | BakerHicks</a>. </p>
<p>BakerHicks. A <a href="https://www.morgansindall.com/">Morgan Sindall Group</a> company. </p>
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<h3><strong>Benefits</strong> </h3>
<p>Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry. </p>
<p>BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout. <br>BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications. </p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="font-style: italic;">This assignment has been assessed to be inside IR35 for tax purposes. </span></p>

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