Senior C&I Engineer
| Posting date: | 16 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £53280-59541 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 September 2025 |
| Location: | Coventry, CV7 9JU |
| Company: | Cadent Gas Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2104-43656627 |
Summary
Cadent Gas Ltd
Shape the Standards That Power Our Future
As a Senior Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert for field instrumentation, local control systems, and operational technology (OT). This is a high-impact role where your deep technical knowledge will shape engineering standards, influence regulatory frameworks, and drive innovation across our gas distribution network.
You’ll provide strategic engineering insight, ensure compliance with statutory and company standards, and mentor the next generation of engineers. From supporting asset risk assessments to leading external relationships with regulators and industry bodies, your work will underpin the safety, reliability, and performance of our infrastructure.
This is more than a technical role – it’s a chance to lead change, embed best practice, and ensure our engineering decisions are future-ready.
Why you will love this role:
- Technical Leadership – Be the subject matter expert for C&I, guiding engineering decisions across the business.
- Strategic Influence – Shape internal standards and influence external regulations to align with our future agenda.
- Innovation & Improvement – Support field trials, research, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive safety and performance.
- Mentorship & Development – Coach developing engineers and lead technical governance across projects and programmes.
- Cross-functional Impact – Collaborate with delivery teams, regulators, and external experts to embed excellence in everything we do.
What you will bring:
You’re a seasoned engineer with extensive experience in gas transmission, distribution, or other major hazard environments. You combine technical depth with strategic thinking and have a passion for driving engineering excellence.
- Expertise in C&I Systems – Deep understanding of instrumentation, control systems, and SCADA in hazardous environments.
- Regulatory Knowledge – Strong grasp of EAWR, DSEAR, EPS and other relevant regulations.
- Engineering Judgement – Skilled in interpreting complex technical data, drawings, and standards to make sound decisions.
- Leadership & Communication – Proven ability to influence, mentor and manage across technical and stakeholder groups.
- Continuous Improvement – Track record of identifying and implementing improvements to engineering processes and standards.
Shape the Standards That Power Our Future
As a Senior Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert for field instrumentation, local control systems, and operational technology (OT). This is a high-impact role where your deep technical knowledge will shape engineering standards, influence regulatory frameworks, and drive innovation across our gas distribution network.
You’ll provide strategic engineering insight, ensure compliance with statutory and company standards, and mentor the next generation of engineers. From supporting asset risk assessments to leading external relationships with regulators and industry bodies, your work will underpin the safety, reliability, and performance of our infrastructure.
This is more than a technical role – it’s a chance to lead change, embed best practice, and ensure our engineering decisions are future-ready.
Why you will love this role:
- Technical Leadership – Be the subject matter expert for C&I, guiding engineering decisions across the business.
- Strategic Influence – Shape internal standards and influence external regulations to align with our future agenda.
- Innovation & Improvement – Support field trials, research, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive safety and performance.
- Mentorship & Development – Coach developing engineers and lead technical governance across projects and programmes.
- Cross-functional Impact – Collaborate with delivery teams, regulators, and external experts to embed excellence in everything we do.
What you will bring:
You’re a seasoned engineer with extensive experience in gas transmission, distribution, or other major hazard environments. You combine technical depth with strategic thinking and have a passion for driving engineering excellence.
- Expertise in C&I Systems – Deep understanding of instrumentation, control systems, and SCADA in hazardous environments.
- Regulatory Knowledge – Strong grasp of EAWR, DSEAR, EPS and other relevant regulations.
- Engineering Judgement – Skilled in interpreting complex technical data, drawings, and standards to make sound decisions.
- Leadership & Communication – Proven ability to influence, mentor and manage across technical and stakeholder groups.
- Continuous Improvement – Track record of identifying and implementing improvements to engineering processes and standards.
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