EC& I Engineer/Senior Engineer - Nuclear

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd; England; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is looking for a Senior/Principal EC&I Engineer for a 3-month contract. You will lead engineering teams, ensure safety and quality in complex nuclear projects, and manage subcontractors. Essential requirements include a degree in engineering and 5 years of experience in the nuclear sector. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and is remote-friendly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the nuclear industry.
• Working towards or holding Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
• Skilled in checking design documentation and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Lead EC&I design and manage project quality.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers.
• Manage subcontractors and support safety culture.

Skills

E&I design

Project management

Technical consultancy

Safety regulations knowledge

Collaboration skills

Education

Degree in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

E&I Engineer | 3 month Contract role | Remote | 50-60/hour Outside IR35

About the Role

As a Senior/Principal EC&I Engineer, you will define and manage the scope of work, ensuring all activities are executed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You will lead and supervise a team of engineers, manage subcontracts, and deliver designs that support Design Reviews, HAZOPs, and safety cases across complex nuclear projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead EC&I design, specification, procurement, installation, acceptance testing, commissioning, and operator training for nuclear projects
• Provide technical consultancy and liaise with multi-discipline teams
• Manage project quality, progress, cost, and documentation
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers, including resource management and recruitment
• Manage contractors and sub-contractors while reinforcing a strong safety culture
• Support sales, customer care, and bid preparation

Essential Requirements

• Degree in a relevant technical/engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• Full UK driver’s licence
• Working towards or holding Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the nuclear industry
• Strong understanding of design requirements for nuclear safety cases
• Proven experience managing sub-contracts and leading technical teams
• Knowledge of safety regulations including CDM
• Skilled in checking design documentation, drawings, and calculations
• Strong organisational, collaboration, and deadline-driven skills

Desirable Attributes

• Chartered Engineer or near chartership, membership in IET or similar
• Experience integrating EC&I design with control systems (PLC/SCADA)
• Experience in design substantiation for nuclear safety cases
• Defence sector experience
• Experience in bid preparation