EC&I Design Engineer

EC&I Partners Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bristol is looking for an EC&I Design Engineer to join their innovative team focused on sustainable energy solutions. The role involves designing complex Electrical, Control & Instrumentation systems and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience, particularly in ATEX environments. Flexibility in working hours is offered, alongside a competitive salary and benefits, including 25 days annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank/public holidays

Employer pension contributions

Income protection scheme

Free eye testing

Access to vocational rehabilitation

Personalised development plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in EC&I design, especially within ATEX and hazardous environments.
• Ability to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver complex Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) solutions.
• Collaborate on multidisciplinary projects with sustainability at the core.
• Solve instrumentation and control-related problems.

Skills

Design and deliver complex EC&I solutions

Strong working knowledge of control systems

Detail-oriented

Proven problem-solver

Education

HNC or higher in Electrical / Controls Engineering

Job description

Job Title : EC&I Design Engineer

Job ID : 34716

Location : Bristol

Salary : Up to £54k (based on skills, training and competence)

Hours : 40 hours per week - flexible hours. Core hours 10:00am to 4:00pm

Contract / Permanent : Permanent

Site Based / Office / Remote : This EC&I Design Engineer role is predominantly office based in Bristol and up to 2 days per week WFH

Start Date : ASAP

Benefits :

• Up to £54K annual base salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank / public holidays
• Employer pension contributions
• Income protection scheme
• Free eye testing
• Access to vocational rehabilitation
• Wedding vouchers
• And more!

Job Overview

Are you an EC&I Design Engineer ready to help power the UK's net zero future?

Join a pioneering team at the forefront of innovation in the gas and energy sector. As an EC&I Design Engineer, you'll work on cutting‑edge, safety‑critical systems that drive sustainable energy solutions across the UK.

This is your opportunity to shape infrastructure, champion clean technologies, and grow with a business that's leading the transition to a greener future.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver complex Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) solutions
• Ensure compliance with ATEX, DSEAR, and Intrinsically Safe Circuit standards
• Collaborate cross‑functionally on multidisciplinary projects with sustainability at the core
• Solve real‑world problems related to instrumentation, PLCs, control panels, and hazardous areas
• Contribute to proposals, cost estimations, and project planning
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and bring innovation into every project
• Mentor junior engineers and share your technical expertise

Requirements

• HNC or higher in Electrical / Controls Engineering (or related discipline)
• 5+ years' experience in EC&I design – especially within ATEX / hazardous environments
• Strong working knowledge of control systems, schematics, and safety regulations
• Detail‑oriented, adaptable, and a proven problem‑solver

Development and Career Progression

• Personalised development plans tailored to your growth
• Access to cross‑disciplinary training across engineering and renewables
• Support for further education and certifications in sustainability technologies

Be part of the energy evolution – where your work doesn't just power systems, it powers progress.