EC&I Technician | Compex | Regulated Manufacturing | Manchester, UK
We are partnering with a well-established and highly regulated manufacturing organisation to recruit an experienced EC&I Technician. This is an excellent opportunity to join a safety-focused business operating in a complex, high-compliance environment, where engineering standards and continuous improvement are key to success.
This role will focus on delivering safe, compliant, and reliable electrical, control, and instrumentation engineering across a critical manufacturing site. You will play a key role in supporting plant performance, regulatory compliance, and safety-critical systems.
Candidate Requirements
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Control, or Instrumentation Engineering
* CompEx certification (big plus)
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (big plus)
* Strong experience working in regulated or hazardous environments (e.g. pharmaceutical, oil & gas, chemical or similar)
Key Responsibilities
* Provide EC&I engineering support across plant operations and projects
* Design, maintain, and improve electrical and control systems in a regulated environment
* Support and lead SIL and functional safety activities
* Develop and review safety documentation including HAZOP, LOPA, and risk assessments
* Ensure compliance with UK electrical and safety regulations
* Support shutdowns, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives
* Work closely with operations, maintenance, and process engineering teams
* Manage contractors and external engineering partners where required
* Drive reliability, asset integrity, and plant safety