Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer A pharmaceutical client of ours in Hertfordshire are seeking a skilled and proactive Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a high-tech, safety-conscious environment where quality and innovation are key. What you’ll be doing: Carrying out corrective and preventative instrumentation maintenance, ensuring schedules are met and equipment remains in peak condition. Responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns to minimise downtime. Reviewing and improving maintenance plans in collaboration with the Engineering Lead to ensure relevance, compliance, and technical accuracy. Maintaining GxP-compliant documentation and generating accurate reports. Leading small projects, from design and installation to commissioning of minor systems. Identifying cost-effective and innovative working methods without compromising safety or quality. Monitoring and maintaining stock of parts and equipment. Ensuring all work is carried out to the highest safety standards and proactively addressing hazards. Liaising with stakeholders to minimise disruption and keep them informed of progress. Performing precise calibration of instruments and equipment to meet industry and regulatory standards. What we’re looking for: Formal engineering apprenticeship or equivalent. Experience as an Instrumentation/Controls Multi-Skilled Technician. City & Guilds (or equivalent) qualification in a core engineering discipline; a secondary engineering discipline is desirable. Strong understanding of GxP principles and GMP manufacturing equipment. Knowledge of temperature, humidity and pressure loops, reactor systems, stability chambers, cold rooms, BMS, HVAC, and purified water systems. Troubleshooting expertise, with excellent problem-solving skills. Strong documentation and reporting skills, with proficiency in Microsoft 365. A safety-first mindset, with a helpful, responsive, and customer-focused approach. Desirable skills: Secondary control discipline qualification or equivalent experience in control systems. Knowledge of high-integrity DCS (Delta V), PLC programming, agitator speed sensors, MCERT flowmeters, and VOC gas analysers.

Location: Hertfordshire, UK, GB

Posted Date: 11/1/2025