EC&I Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in West Yorkshire is seeking an EC&I Engineer to deliver electrical and control system designs for complex projects. With a competitive salary of £40,000 - £55,000 and hybrid working, this role requires a degree or HND in Electrical, Control, or Instrumentation Engineering and three years of relevant experience. Join a team that fosters innovation and offers long-term stability in the engineering sector.

Benefits

Healthcare

Overtime

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar design or project engineering role.
• Confident working within highly regulated industries (e.g., Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Defence).
• Familiarity with ATEX and machinery safety standards desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver electrical and control system designs for complex engineered solutions.
• Support the tendering process, reviewing specifications, and preparing deviation lists.
• Ensure compliance with ISO9001 and ISO3834 quality systems.

Skills

Electrical design

Project engineering

Regulatory compliance

AutoCAD

PLC software knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical, Control, or Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

An established and growing engineering business in Yorkshire is seeking anEC&I Engineer (open to Engineer or Senior level) to join their specialist team delivering complex, high‑specification projects to clients across the UK and internationally.

This company has a strong reputation for innovation and quality, offering a broad range of bespoke process and machinery systems across multiple regulated sectors. With a solid project pipeline and recent success in securing new high‑profile contracts, this is an excellent time to join their team.

EC&I Engineer

£40,000 - £55,000 salary + Hybrid working, Overtime, Healthcare & more

£30M T/O Company based in West Yorkshire

Ref: 22865

You’ll play a key role in delivering electrical and control system designs for complex engineered solutions, working closely with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure projects meet customer, regulatory, and technical standards.

EC&I Engineer – The Role

• Supporting the tendering process, reviewing specifications, and preparing deviation lists
• Selecting electrical components and preparing Bills of Materials (BOMs) for skid packages
• Producing and maintaining detailed EC&I documentation (P&IDs, instrument lists, I/O lists, cable schedules, interconnection diagrams)
• Ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and ISO3834 quality systems
• Preparing FAT and SAT documentation and supporting test activities
• Liaising with internal teams — including sales, production, and purchasing — to deliver projects on time and to specification

EC&I Engineer – The Person

• Degree or HND qualified in Electrical, Control, or Instrumentation Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar design or project engineering role
• Confident working within highly regulated industries (e.g., Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Defence)
• Familiarity with ATEX and machinery safety standards desirable
• Experience with AutoCAD or other electrical design software (training can be provided)
• Additional PLC software knowledge would be advantageous
• UK passport preferred (due to the nature of project work – ability to obtain SC required)

The core element of this role is electrical design, however should you have additional PLC Software ability that would be advantageous.

You’ll be part of a company that’s continuing to grow, offering challenging projects, technical variety, and long‑term stability. Whether you’re an experienced EC&I Engineer or looking to step up, this role provides the scope to develop further within a respected UK engineering business.

Located in West Yorkshire, this role would be commutable from Huddersfield, Bradford, Leeds and surrounding areas.

For further information call Sarah Clarke.