West Thurrock
59 days ago
Senior Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineer

Hours of work: 35 hours a week, working Monday to Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm


(There is a requirement to provide support out of hours)


Are you an experienced Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineer, looking for your next opportunity? Want a role that offers seniority where you can utilise and develop your skill set? Join Imerys; the market leader in mineral-based speciality solutions, where we'll help you tap your full potential! 



Why work for Imerys?


At Imerys every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people and our aim is to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and to support our people to continuously learn, improve and innovate. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities available.  



The job role 


An excellent opportunity has come up at our Imerys Aluminates site at West Thurrock, which produces fused and sintered calcium illuminate binders - valued for their high heat resistance to corrosion, abrasion and heat. The 5-hectare site serves the European building chemistry, wastewater infrastructure, refractories, metallurgy and the mining industry with benchmark products. 


You will be responsible for managing, maintaining and improving electrical and automation equipment and systems for Imerys Aluminates industrial/ production site. 


The main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:


Site Electrical Duty HolderManaging and execute electrical, automation and instrumentation work (including inspection, auditing, calibration, spare parts, drawings, risk assessments and reactive & preventive maintenance)Operation, managing and maintaining Siemens automation systems (PLCs/ PCS7/ SCADA/ WinCC/ S7-300/ HMIs) including fault finding, programming and updating.Manage ECI compliance and statutory activities (Fixed wire testing, HV maintenance, Earthing test, PAT, Arc flash testing, etc.)Work on and manage high voltage (HV) network and drives.Managing ECI projects (including designs, specifications, documentation, contract management, installation, commissioning, spare parts and training)Adhere to Health & Safety standards and ensure all ECI tasks are performed in compliance with regulations and company procedures.Participate in training, development and appointment of other industrial engineers.Respond to after hour consultation and provide technical support during equipment failures


This role will involve working at height and in confined spaces.



What’s in it for you?


25 days holiday, plus bank holidaysGenerous Pension PlanLife AssuranceIncome ProtectionCompany Sick PayDiscounts on external retailersCycle to work scheme


We also offer a comprehensive package to support the Wellbeing of our people which includes: 


Employee Assistance Programme Virtual GP Flu and Eye care vouchers Enhance – family friendly policies Menopause Support 



You will:


You’ll have a strong understanding of industrial electrical, control and instrumentation systems, such as valves, sensors, probes, and control circuits, with proven experience of fault finding, diagnostic and problem-solving skills.


You’ll also need to:


Have a Degree in Electrical /Electronic/Control/ Automation Engineering or related engineering disciplinePrevious experience of working in a similar role within a heavy production / manufacturing/ process environmentHave experience of programming, editing and fault finding on Siemens systems (PCS7), SCADA systems (WinCC) and communication network e.g. Profibus and ProfinetStrong understanding and experience of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and process systems Be able to use Auto CAD and TrimbleHold a Health and Safety NEBOSH or IOSH CertificationWillingness to respond to afterhours breakdownsLegally able to drive in the UK



We would like our application process to be accessible to all - if you require an alternative way to apply then please get in touch on 01952 281924. 


IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.


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