Senior / Principal EC&I Engineer

Salary : Competitive rate and can be outside IR35

Job Reference : JOB-89844

Published : 01-07-2025

Duration : long term contract

Expiry Date : 29-07-2025

Country : United Kingdom

Senior / Principal EC&I Design Engineer – Energy, Nuclear & Defence Projects

Location : Manchester (Hybrid – 2 / 3 days in office with dynamic working)

Contract Type : Contract (Outside IR35 pending Determination)

Sector : Nuclear or Defence

Contact : shereesew@scantec.co.uk | 0151 666 8923

We’re working with a major engineering client in the Energy and Nuclear sectors to recruit a Senior & Principal EC&I Design Engineer to support multi-disciplinary project delivery across high-profile programmes including brownfield oil & gas assets, hydrogen production / storage, and major nuclear infrastructure.

This is a brilliant opportunity to lead EC&I design on projects from concept through to FEED and EPCm, while developing and mentoring a growing team within a supportive, technically strong environment.

The Role :

As Senior / Principal EC&I Design Engineer, you’ll be the primary discipline lead on projects, responsible for technical delivery, coordination, and design integrity. You’ll work across the full lifecycle of control, instrumentation and electrical systems in regulated environments, with a strong focus on quality, compliance and safety.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead EC&I technical delivery across multiple projects and work phases (concept / FEED / EPCm)
• Prepare, check and approve engineering documentation, including datasheets, specifications, wiring diagrams and cable schedules
• Mentor junior engineers and support their development
• Produce material and equipment requisitions for field instrumentation, control panels, safety systems, analyser packages, etc.
• Develop installation scopes of work and interface with suppliers and vendors
• Contribute to functional safety assessments and SIL determinations
• Support cyber security assessments and development of safety cases
• Ensure compliance with all relevant national and international standards, ATEX / DSEAR regulations, and client specifications
• Review supplier quotes and support bid assessments

Technical Expertise (Required) :

Required Experience :

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity to join a business delivering technically complex, meaningful work in support of the UK’s energy future. You’ll work on a varied project pipeline, enjoy hybrid working flexibility, and be part of a collaborative team that supports innovation at every level.

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