EC&I Engineer

SRG; North East; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Employee discounts

24/7 virtual GP access

Job summary

SRG in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced EC&I Technician to join a modern power generation facility in Chilton.

You will maintain and troubleshoot electrical, control and instrumentation systems to maximise plant availability while ensuring safety and compliance with environmental standards. A recognised engineering apprenticeship and an HNC (or equivalent) are required, with a minimum of three years in a continuous process environment.

Qualifications

• Completed an engineering apprenticeship.
• HNC qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation, control systems, pneumatic and hydraulic transducers.
• Good understanding of PLC systems and maintenance techniques.
• Minimum of three years' experience in a continuous process industry environment.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Flexibility for site rota including weekends and standby outside normal hours.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, calibration, planned and breakdown maintenance on plant equipment.
• Maintain and repair instrumentation, automated equipment, emissions monitoring and PLC/DCS systems.
• Accurately record maintenance activities and calibration data.
• Diagnose defects, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support plant improvements to enhance performance and reliability.
• Work with operations and maintenance teams to ensure safe operation.
• Supervise contractors where required.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent working

Time management

Rotational shift

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

HNC or equivalent

Job description

Salary: £51,000 per annum + excellent benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

About the Opportunity

Our client is a leading provider of environmental and energy solutions, delivering innovative services that support sustainability, resource efficiency and the transition to a low-carbon future.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced EC&I Technician to join the maintenance team at a modern power generation facility in Chilton. This role is ideal for a skilled electrical, control and instrumentation professional looking to work in a continuous process environment where safety, reliability and operational excellence are key priorities.

The Role

As an EC&I Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and improving a wide range of electrical, control and instrumentation systems across the site. You will play a key role in ensuring plant availability, reliability and compliance with environmental and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, calibration, planned preventative maintenance and breakdown maintenance on a variety of plant equipment and systems.
• Maintain and repair process monitoring instrumentation, automated equipment, emissions monitoring systems and PLC/DCS control systems.
• Accurately record maintenance activities and calibration data using the site Asset Management System.
• Diagnose plant defects, identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• Recommend and assist in delivering plant improvements and modifications to enhance performance and reliability.
• Work closely with operations and maintenance teams to support safe and efficient plant operation.
• Supervise contractors and third-party personnel when required.
• Ensure workshop and work areas are maintained to high housekeeping and safety standards.
• Comply with all Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures, participating in audits and continuous improvement activities as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship.
• HNC qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation, control systems, pneumatic and hydraulic transducers.
• Good understanding of PLC systems and associated maintenance techniques.
• A minimum of three years' experience within a continuous process industry environment.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
• A self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Flexibility to participate in a site rota, including occasional weekend working and emergency call-out support outside normal working hours.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Employee discounts on a range of retailers and services
• 24/7 virtual GP access for you and your household
• Health, wellbeing and financial support programmes
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Financial wellbeing support, including early access to earned pay, budgeting tools and financial coaching