EC&I Design Engineer

eci-partners.vincere.io; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme with employer match

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Wellbeing support

Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

EC&I Partners in Rochdale is seeking an EC&I Design Engineer (electrical bias) to join a growing engineering team. The role offers a salary of £38,000–£55,000 per year, with hybrid or office-based options and a 37.5-hour week.

You will produce electrical and instrumentation designs for LV, ELV, and hazardous areas, develop drawings and documentation, and perform design calculations using AMTECH and Dialux. Exposure to hydrogen blending projects is a plus.

Qualifications

• 18th Edition (BS7671) qualification is essential.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in electrical or EC&İ design.
• Experience with hazardous area design (COMPEX 8–12 preferred).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar software.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality electrical and instrumentation designs across LV, ELV, and hazardous areas (ATEX/IEC 60079).
• Interpret and develop detailed drawings, schematics, and design documentation.
• Carry out design calculations using tools such as AMTECH and Dialux.
• Occasionally attend local sites for surveys and kick-off meetings.
• Mentor junior EC&I engineers (for senior candidates).
• Collaborate with other engineers and contribute to HAZOPs and design reviews.

Skills

18th Edition (BS7671)

EC&I design experience

Analytical & communication

Hazardous area design

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

AMTECH

Dialux

Job description

Job Title: EC&I Design Engineer, Gas Industry (Permanent)
Location: Rochdale

Salary: £38,000-£55,000 per annum dependant upon experience

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Mon–Thurs: 8:30–16:30, Fri: 8:30–14:00)
£38,000 – £55,000 | Hybrid or Office-Based | Permanent | Gas & Energy Sector

Our client, a leading player in the UK gas industry, is seeking a talented EC&I Design Engineer with an electrical bias to join their growing engineering team.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of new infrastructure, particularly as the sector advances toward hydrogen blending.

With a flexible working model and a strong focus on quality over quantity, this role offers both stability and innovation in a forward-looking sector.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Flexible Working: Office-based or hybrid/home-working options available for experienced designers.
• Project Impact: Success is measured by the quality of your design—not rigid processes.
• Growth Potential: Be part of a relatively new, growing department with opportunities to progress and mentor others.
• Cutting-Edge Sector: Join a stable industry with exciting developments in hydrogen and hazardous area design.

Benefits Include

• Early Friday finish (Mon–Thurs: 8:30–16:30, Fri: 8:30–14:00)
• Pension scheme with employer match up to 6%
• Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• Life insurance and 24/7 wellbeing support
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy 5 more)

What You’ll Do

• Produce high-quality electrical and instrumentation designs across LV, ELV, and hazardous areas (ATEX/IEC 60079)
• Interpret and develop detailed drawings, schematics, and design documentation
• Carry out design calculations using tools such as AMTECH and Dialux
• Occasionally attend local sites for surveys and kick-off meetings
• Mentor junior EC&I engineers (for senior candidates)
• Collaborate with other engineers and contribute to HAZOPs and design reviews

What Our Client Is Looking For

Essential:

• 18th Edition (BS7671) qualification
• At least 3 years’ experience in electrical or EC&I design
• Experience with hazardous area design (COMPEX 8–12 preferred)
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar software
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills

Desirable:

• Knowledge of G17/G35 and IEC 60079 standards
• Gas sector experience
• Commissioning or inspection background
• Professional registration (IEng/CEng) or working towards it

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to help shape the future of energy while building a fulfilling, flexible career.

Apply now to join our client in delivering innovative and safe energy solutions.

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