Job Description
EC&I Engineer
Salary: up to £70,000
Location: North West (site-based)
A major industrial manufacturing site is looking to appoint an experienced EC&I Engineer to support operations, capital projects, and long-term site reliability within a top-tier COMAH environment.
This is a senior, hands-on role with real influence over safety, standards, and engineering decisions on site.
The Role
You'll act as the EC&I technical authority on site, covering electrical systems, control systems, and instrumentation. The role spans projects, maintenance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:
* Acting as the EC&I Subject Matter Expert across the site
* Leading and supporting EC&I projects from concept to commissioning
* Supporting maintenance teams with fault-finding, upgrades, and reliability improvements
* Owning EC&I standards including ATEX, DSEAR, SIL, functional safety
* Managing and maintaining SIS in line with IEC 61508 / 61511
* Supporting COMAH activities including audits, HAZOPs, LOPAs, and inspections
* Managing EC&I contractors and project budgets (up to £150k)
* Driving continuous improvement in safety, performance, and cost
What We're Looking For
* Degree-qualified in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering (or similar)
* 5-10 years' EC&I experience in a high-hazard industrial environment
* Strong COMAH, ATEX, and DSEAR exposure
* Experience with PLC / DCS, field instrumentation, and functional safety systems
* Confident working with contractors and multidisciplinary site teams
* CEng status desirable or working towards
Why Apply
* Critical site role with real technical ownership
* Stable, long-term industrial environment
* Strong salary package up to £70k
* Opportunity to shape standards and influence site-wide decisions
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