EC&I Engineer (All Levels)

Westlakes Recruit; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking EC&I Engineers to work on nuclear projects in Newcastle or Warrington. Candidates will design and implement EC&I systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Required qualifications include a degree in relevant engineering disciplines and progressing towards chartered status. This role offers a unique opportunity in a critical industry.

Qualifications

• Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
• Knowledge of EC&I principles and design tools.
• Good understanding of nuclear safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, testing of EC&I systems in nuclear projects.
• Produce design calculations and technical specifications.
• Participate in site surveys and commissioning activities.

Skills

EC&I knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

MEng, MSc, BEng, or BSc in EC&I or relevant discipline

Job description

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for EC&I Engineers (all levels) to be located in either Warrington or Newcastle on a permanent basis. Our client can also consider Knutsford and Gloucester as office locations.

Key responsibilities could include:

• Support the design, development, testing, and implementation of EC&I systems within nuclear projects
• Produce design calculations, technical specifications, drawings, and reports to project and regulatory requirements
• Support requirements capture and a Systems Engineering approach for new architectures
• Contribute across the project lifecycle from bid generation, through concept and detailed design development to installation and commissioning
• Work on systems integration, testing, and validation of PLC, SCADA, and simulator systems
• Assist in the preparation of design safety documentation and compliance with nuclear safety standards
• Participate in site surveys, inspections, and commissioning activities
• Contribute to problem-solving, technical investigations, and root cause analysis
• Produce high-quality technical reports
• Build and maintain valuable relationships with peers, partners, and clients

Skills and Qualifications:

• MEng, MSc, BEng, or BSc or equivalent in EC&I or another relevant discipline
• Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with a relevant professional body
• An awareness of civil nuclear plant systems, structures, and components and associated design and assessment guidelines
• Knowledge of EC&I principles, design tools, and relevant guidelines, standards, and practices
• Knowledge and experience in the systematic design lifecycle of a C&I system
• Knowledge of high integrity hardware or software-based control systems for industrial equipment
• Motivated team member with the ability to work to deadlines and communicate project progress
• Good communication skills and ability to articulate information to a broad range of stakeholders
• Committed to Continuous Professional Development

We value applications from all candidates and are an equal opportunities business.