EC&I Engineer / Lead (Progressing to Manager)
Location: Cheshire (North West)
Salary: £50,000.00 to £60,000.00
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced EC&I Engineer ready to step into a leadership role, or an established lead looking to progress into management, to join a leading chemical manufacturing business. This role offers a clear pathway into an EC&I Manager position, combining hands‑on technical responsibility with growing leadership and strategic input. You'll play a key role in supporting and developing site‑wide electrical, control, and instrumentation systems within a high‑hazard COMAH environment. You'll work closely with senior leadership while gradually taking ownership of EC&I standards, projects, and team coordination.
Key Responsibilities
* Support and lead the safe execution of reactive and planned EC&I maintenance activities
* Act as (or develop into) the Responsible Person for HV/LV systems on site
* Assist in managing and improving EC&I standards, SCADA, SIL, and DSEAR compliance
* Oversee instrumentation calibration, loop checks, and system verification
* Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Planning teams to drive plant performance
* Support delivery of CAPEX and improvement projects, ensuring EC&I compliance throughout
* Work with contractors and suppliers, supporting cost control and project delivery
* Contribute to COMAH compliance, audits, and inspections as a developing technical lead
* Support site health & safety initiatives, risk assessments, and continuous improvement
* Drive performance through effective use of CMMS, KPIs, and PPM systems
About You
* Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) or strong time-served background
* Proven experience in EC&I engineering within chemical, process, or high‑hazard environments
* Working knowledge of DSEAR/COMPEX, 18th Edition, and industrial electrical systems
* Exposure to HV/LV systems, safe isolation (LOTO), and instrumentation systems
* Understanding of SIL (IEC 61508/61511), SCADA, or PLC systems (e.g. Siemens S7) advantageous
* Looking to step into or develop further within a leadership/management role
* Strong communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills
Why Apply?
* Clear progression path into an EC&I Manager role
* Opportunity to develop leadership skills in a COMAH‑regulated environment
* Involvement in key capital and improvement projects
* Join a business that invests in technical development and continuous improvement
* Be part of a safety‑first, forward‑thinking manufacturing operation
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm (flexibility required around projects and occasional travel)
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