Lead Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer (E&I Lead)

About the role

A major project in Germany is looking for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Lead on a 12-month contract. The role is fully on-site, five days a week, Monday to Friday, with 10 hours per day. It is a hands-on leadership position covering electrical and instrumentation systems from design through commissioning.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all E&I activities across the project lifecycle.
• Review and manage electrical and instrumentation designs in line with EU standards and project specifications.
• Oversee installation, testing and commissioning (CX) activities.
• Ensure systems meet applicable European codes and regulations.
• Develop and implement testing procedures and quality requirements.
• Guide and support site teams and subcontractors technically.
• Monitor progress, resolve technical issues and ensure safe execution of works.
• Interface with clients, engineering teams and commissioning personnel.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an E&I Lead on large-scale industrial, pharmaceutical, data centre or mission-critical projects.
• Hands-on approach, able to support field activities when needed.
• Knowledge of European electrical codes, standards and regulations.
• Experience with design reviews, commissioning, FAT/SAT and system testing, loop checks, QA/QC and documentation.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate subcontractors.
• Eligibility to work within the EU is non-negotiable.