About the Role
A leading multidisciplinary engineering services provider is seeking an experienced EC&I Engineering Design Manager to oversee the delivery of electrical, control, and instrumentation design projects across a range of industrial sectors. This is a strategic leadership role, combining technical oversight with team management and client engagement. The successful candidate will play a key part in shaping project outcomes and driving engineering excellence across complex, high-value assignments.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage EC&I design activities across multiple projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery
* Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of EC&I engineers and designers
* Oversee the preparation of design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and schedules
* Ensure designs meet relevant standards and regulations (e.g. BS7671, IEC, ATEX)
* Collaborate with project managers, clients, and other engineering disciplines to define scope and resolve technical challenges
* Support tendering and proposal development with accurate technical input and resource planning
* Conduct design reviews and ensure continuous improvement in design processes and outputs
* Maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, acting as a key technical point of contact
Candidate Requirements
* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control & Instrumentation, or a related discipline
* Extensive experience in EC&I design within industrial or process environments
* Proven leadership experience in managing engineering teams and delivering design projects
* Strong understanding of applicable standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices
* Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites as required
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Leadership role within a respected and stable organisation
* Opportunity to work on diverse, technically challenging projects
* Supportive team culture with a focus on innovation and professional development
* Long-term career progression opportunities
Please Note:
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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