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
Please call Clare on (phone number removed) for okre derials and please apply to this advert to prompt a callback