Senior EC&I Designer – Addison Project, Thornton-Cleveleys
For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you’re passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place to grow your career.
Job Type: Permanent Staff
Start: Spring 2026
Location: Office Based, Thornton Cleveleys, Lancashire
The Role:
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced EC&I Senior Designer to join Addison Project plc as part of an existing design team in our Head Office, Thornton-Cleveleys. Working with minimal supervision and on your own initiative you will join an established team delivering a range of projects within the manufacturing and process industries.
About you:
* You must possess suitable and relevant qualifications within EC&I, minimum of an HNC preferably a Degree.
* You must have experience in working to British and International Standards, Company Standards, Industry Regulations, EC Directives. It would also be beneficial to have experience of CDM Regulations, Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
* It is desirable that you have experience in completing site surveys to measure and investigate, determine equipment locations, cable routes, and liaise with client’s engineers.
* You must have experience attending and representing at Project Meetings with a range of stakeholders.
* It is essential that you have experience of electrical design with respect to MMC, LV distribution, lighting and earthing preferably within the Chemical, Petrochemical, and/or Oil and Gas industries.
* Experience of dealing with and specifying instrumentation with respect to pressure, temperature, flow, level etc would also be desirable.
* A good working knowledge of ATEX Directives for selection and installation of control and electrical equipment in Hazardous Areas would be beneficial.
* Knowledge of PLC and DCS control system I/O interfacing is also preferred.
* You will be able to design and produce all types of drawings & documentation, including instrument loop and electrical circuit diagrams, installation / layout diagrams for cable route and equipment location, block cable diagrams, electrical distribution diagrams, Installation Scopes of Work, material & cable schedules and tender packages.
* Able to produce designs using AutoCAD 2D with 3D being desirable. You must also be familiar with the use of PC software packages including Microsoft Word, Excel and AMTECH for cable sizing & distribution system design etc.
* An appreciation of cable calculations
* Able to guide, support and offer advice and guidance to less experienced members of the team
We will also consider applications from people who have purely electrical design experience, therefore those with no Control & instrumentation experience are encouraged to apply.
Benefits of work with Addison:
* Regular Salary Reviews based on Performance
* Discretionary Company Bonus based on Performance
* 4 x Salary, Death in Service
* Company Sick Pay
* Enjoy Benefits Salary Sacrifice – Cycle to Work, Technical Benefit and Gym Memberships
* Perkbox – 100’s of discounts in Supermarkets, Retail, Insurance, and much more
* Employee of the Month
* Free Onsite Parking
* Professional Development with training provided by Addison Academy
* Employee assistance supporting mental, physical and financial wellbeing
Important Information for Applicants
In accordance with current legislation, this position is only open to candidates who have indefinite eligibility to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship.
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