EC&I Engineer

Astute People; Hessle; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading O&M provider in the UK is seeking an experienced EC and I Engineer for their Energy-from-Waste power plant in Hull. This role involves leading electrical, control, and instrumentation engineering, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and developing technical teams. The position offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and excellent opportunities for professional development within a sustainable energy environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a power generation or similar industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of EC&I legislation and standards.
• Diligent in maintaining high safety and engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of electrical, control, and instrumentation engineering.
• Ensuring compliance with safety and management standards.
• Manage EC&I maintenance systems and contracts.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

HNC/HND in electrical, control, or instrumentation engineering

Time-served apprenticeship

NEBOSH General Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maintenance management systems

Job description

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading O&M provider to recruit an EC and I Engineer for its Energy from Waste power plant in Hull.

The EC and I Engineer role offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and excellent opportunities for professional development.

If you're an experienced EC and I Engineer seeking to contribute to a site that's driving innovation in sustainable energy, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Responsibilities and duties of the EC and I Engineer role

• Reporting to the E&M Manager, you will be responsible for leading all aspects of electrical, control, and instrumentation engineering on site.
• Ensuring compliance with functional safety, cyber security, and hazardous area management standards.
• Managing EC&I maintenance systems, contracts, and reporting to meet operational and safety requirements.
• Supervising and developing your team, maintaining high levels of competence and performance.
• Overseeing safety planning, scheduling, and execution of EC&I works for both internal and external resources.
• Supporting key site processes, including CMMS, maintenance workflows, and strategic spares management.
• Leading fault diagnosis, investigations, and improvement initiatives across EC&I systems.

Professional qualifications

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in electrical, control, or instrumentation engineering.
• Time-served apprenticeship in a relevant discipline.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Proven experience in a power generation, energy from waste, or similar heavy industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of EC&I legislation, standards, and best practice.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems.

Personal skills

A proactive leader, capable of managing and developing technical teams.

Diligent in maintaining high safety and engineering standards.

Skilled in problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation.

Committed to operational excellence and professional integrity.

Salary and benefits of the EC and I Engineer role

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Pension scheme and generous holiday allowance
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful