Senior EC&I Engineer

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Our long-standing client is looking to appoint a Senior EC&I Design Engineer to support the design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical control systems within highly regulated engineering environments

This is a hands-on technical role covering the manufacturing of fabricated and sheetmetal components across sectors such as nuclear, defence, transport, and high-hazard facilities.

You will act as a focal point for EC&I design, working closely with Mechanical Engineers, project teams, and external stakeholders to deliver compliant, high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities:Design & Engineering

  • Design EC&I control systems (schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules)
  • Produce technical drawings, documentation, and calculations
  • Support Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
  • Ensure designs meet required PL/SIL ratings

Systems & Technical

  • Work with motors, gearboxes, sensors, safety devices, VSDs, PLCs, and safety systems
  • Use SISTEMA to validate safety-related control systems (SRP/CS)
  • Support fault finding and on-site troubleshooting when required

Compliance & Standards

  • Ensure compliance with Machinery Directive and UK Safety Regulations
  • Apply standards including BS EN 16005, 12453, ISO 13849, 60204, 7671
  • Check and approve EC&I documentation

Project & Site Support

  • Conduct site surveys and assess modification requirements
  • Support installation and commissioning teams
  • Assist with NCR resolution

Collaboration

  • Liaise with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients
  • Support integrated project delivery
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing

Essential Requirements:

  • Electrical Engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or equivalent)
  • Strong knowledge of Machinery Directive and UK Safety Regulations
  • Strong electrical, control systems, and fault-finding knowledge
  • Ability to read and produce electrical schematics
  • Experience with CAD (AutoCAD / Inventor preferred)
  • Ability to design compliant EC&I systems independently

Desirable:

  • Background in safety-critical industries (nuclear, defence, aerospace, rail)
  • Manufacturing / production environment desirable
  • SISTEMA experience (PL calculations)
  • Knowledge of VFDs, safety PLCs, and interlock systems
  • ECS/CSCS card
  • SC Clearance (or eligibility / need to hold a UK passport)

On Offer:

  • £40ph - £45ph (DOE)
  • 37 hours per week (WFH home Friday - Half Day)
  • Exposure to complex, safety-critical projects
  • Strong engineering environment with progression opportunities 

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