Job summary

E&I Installation Supervisor
Controls and Automation
Warrington
Permanent Position
£50,000 to £60,000

Key skills required for this role

Electrical and Instrumentation Installation and Commissioning

Important

Electrical and Instrumentation Installation and Commissioning

Job description

Our client, a leading specialist in the automation and manufacturing sector, is currently seeking an E&I Supervisor to join their dynamic team. This is a permanent role that offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects, ensuring high standards in electrical and instrumentation installations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise with the Site Manager to ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance
• Work with the Electrical Project Engineer to produce Electrical Installation Specifications
• Manage daily operations of site subcontract labour, including reviewing RAMS and coordinating site work permits
• Review technical drawings and distribute information to electrical installation supervisors
• Manage the storage and safe distribution of installation materials and instrumentation
• Collaborate with CAD engineers for routing approvals of cable containment
• Produce installation planning documents and monitor installation progress
• Identify and correctly install instrumentation, advising the mechanical team on best practices
• Ensure all electrical requirements in design packages are met
• Prepare site commissioning files and assist with the power-up procedure once installation is complete
• Lead setup and I/O testing of devices in liaison with software engineers
• Provide technical solutions to onsite installation issues
• Support sales by surveying sites and generating concept designs and quotes

Job Requirements:

• Strong background in Electrical Engineering with significant experience in control systems
• Proven experience as an Installation Supervisor in the automation or manufacturing sector
• Excellent understanding of UK legislation, including BS7671
• Experience with instrumentation applications for flow, level, pressure, temperature, weight, and analytical systems
• Ability to manage subcontract labour for large projects and understand electrical and P&I drawings
• Experience with hazardous area applications and control bus systems like ASI, Profibus, and industrial Ethernet networks
• Relevant qualifications in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Preferred Experience:

• Understanding of the beverage industry, including regulations and certifications
• Experience in process instrumentation installation and AutoCAD & Microsoft Office proficiency
• Control panel testing and hazardous area installation experience

Essential Qualities:

• Technical and professional knowledge
• Proactive and resourceful with strong communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent planning and organisational skills

If you are an experienced E&I Supervisor looking to further develop your career in the automation and manufacturing sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated and innovative team.