EC&I Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Braintree; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering engineering firm seeks an EC&I Engineer to join a brand-new facility set to launch this summer. In this role, you'll perform electrical and instrumentation maintenance, troubleshooting complex systems and supporting projects and shutdowns. With a focus on growth and technological advancement, this opportunity promises stability, career progression, and comprehensive benefits including a competitive salary and allowances.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

25 days holiday (rising to 31)

Pension scheme (up to 9% match)

Training and educational support

Wellbeing allowance (£300 per year)

Cycle to work scheme

Referral bonus

Free parking on-site

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical, Instrumentation or Control Engineering.
• Strong background in heavy or high-volume engineering environments.
• Comfortable working with automated systems, fault-finding and performing hands-on maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance across electrical and control systems.
• Troubleshoot and fault-find PLCs, control panels, instrumentation, and 3-phase equipment.
• Support planned and emergency shutdowns.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Continuous improvement

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical, Instrumentation or Control Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLCs

SCADA systems

HMI

Job description

Job Title: EC&I Engineer
Location: Sawbridgeworth
Salary: £45,000 £50,000 (up to £53,000 DOE) + Bonus + Allowances
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Monday to Friday (08 30)
On-Call: 1 in 5 weeks (24/7 cover, paid on-call allowance)

Be Part of Something Big Join a Groundbreaking Engineering Site

We re hiring an Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer to join a brand-new, large-scale engineering facility due to go live this summer. This is a rare chance to join an ambitious new project at the ground level, offering the stability of a long-term role alongside genuine opportunities for technical development.

The Role:

As an EC&I Engineer, you will:

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance across electrical and control systems.
• Troubleshoot and fault-find PLCs, control panels, instrumentation, and 3-phase equipment.
• Support planned and emergency shutdowns, working with OEMs where necessary.
• Contribute to technical projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the training and mentoring of junior team members and apprentices.

You'll Be Working With:

• Siemens PLCs, SCADA systems, HMI, pressure sensors, motors, and safety systems.
• A wide range of modern electrical and control infrastructure across a large, complex site.

About You:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical, Instrumentation or Control Engineering.
• Strong background in heavy or high-volume engineering environments.
• Comfortable working with automated systems, fault-finding and performing hands-on maintenance.
• Team player with a mindset for safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

What s in It for You:

• Base Salary: £45,000 £50,000 (up to £53,000 for exceptional candidates)
• On-call Allowance: +6%
• EC&I Specialist Allowance: +7.5%
• Annual Bonus: Up to 2.5% of salary, paid each March
• Holidays: 25 days (rising to 31 with service) + your birthday off
• Pension: Up to 9% matched contribution
• Life Assurance: 4x base salary
• Further Education Support funding for courses and exams
• Wellbeing Allowance: £300 per year (for gym, sports, etc.)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Referral Bonus: £250 for successful hires
• Free Parking On-Site

Why Apply?

This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to:

• Join a new, purpose-built site with brand new equipment under warranty.
• Play a key role in shaping maintenance culture from day one.
• Gain access to industry-leading technology and development support.
• Enjoy long-term stability, technical variety, and career progression.

Apply now to be considered for this rare opportunity interviews are taking place shortly.