Overview
Principal EC&I Engineer Scantec•Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Principal EC&I Engineer
Nuclear | SMR Programmes | UK wide offices
Hybrid | Permanent | Full-time
An opportunity has arisen for a Principal EC&I Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy - delivering safety-critical systems on next-generation nuclear programmes, including Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).
This position requires an experienced Principal EC&I Engineer with a strong design background and a proven track record of leading complex, multidisciplinary engineering programmes in highly regulated environments.
You will be responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of EC&I technical programmes across the full project lifecycle, ensuring integration, regulatory compliance, and delivery to cost, schedule, and quality.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and manage EC&I technical programmes covering the full product and project lifecycle
* Plan and sequence detailed EC&I activities, managing dependencies across engineering disciplines
* Ensure effective integration between electrical, control, and instrumentation systems
* Manage programme scope, implementing formal change control where required
* Identify resourcing requirements and support senior engineering leadership in workforce planning
* Develop, manage, and control EC&I budgets, forecasts, and cost performance
* Monitor and manage programme risks, including threats and opportunities
* Lead and coordinate permanent and contract EC&I engineering resources
* Provide technical leadership and assurance within a safety-critical, regulated environment
Technical Requirements & Experience
* Significant experience in EC&I design on complex industrial projects
* Demonstrable expertise in at least two EC&I disciplines, such as:
* Control Systems
* Functional Safety
* Instrumentation
* Radiometrics
* Experience working within highly regulated industries (nuclear, defence, energy, or similar)
* Strong understanding of EC&I design phases, configuration management, and lifecycle governance
* Proficiency with EC&I design tools; E-Plan and AutoCAD Electrical are commonly used
* Vendor-agnostic design approach, with the ability to develop technically robust solutions independent of OEM preference
* Proven ability to manage interfaces, system integration, and multidisciplinary dependencies
* Experience leading EC&I teams across multiple work packages
* Strong programme planning, cost control, and risk management capability
* Confident working with senior stakeholders, engineering authorities, and delivery partners
* Able to balance technical depth with programme and commercial accountability
Qualifications
* Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical, Control, or Instrumentation Engineering
* Chartered status or postgraduate qualifications are advantageous
What’s Offered
* Long-term role within major nuclear and low-carbon energy programmes
* Hybrid working (typically 1–2 days office based per week)
* Structured development and clear progression pathways
* Competitive salary + car allowance and comprehensive benefits package
* Various UK office locations available
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