EC&I Engineer -Site based Sellafield

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking an EC&I Engineer for a hands-on role at Sellafield, one of the UK's most complex nuclear sites. The ideal candidate will deliver EC&I engineering support, produce design documentation, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Proven experience in nuclear or regulated industries is a must. The position offers competitive pay of £42-£46 per hour and a long-term opportunity to contribute to critical national infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear or highly regulated industries.
• Knowledge of Sellafield site procedures is advantageous.
• Ability to obtain SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support EC&I engineering activities.
• Produce and review design documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Sellafield standards.
• Interface with construction and project teams.

Skills

Proven experience as an EC&I Engineer

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of BS EN and IEC standards

Ability to operate effectively in a site environment

Job description

Contract Opportunity: EC&I Engineer - Sellafield Projects

£42-£46 per hour (Inside IR35)
On-site – Sellafield
Sector: Nuclear

Are you an EC&I Engineer looking for a hands‑on, site‑based role on one of the UK's most complex and nationally significant nuclear sites? This is a strong opportunity to join a multidisciplinary engineering team delivering critical EC&I design and engineering solutions across Sellafield projects.

This role is fully site‑based, ideal for engineers who enjoy being close to construction, commissioning, and real‑time engineering challenges in a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and support EC&I engineering activities across nuclear infrastructure projects
• Produce and review design documentation, drawings, and calculations
• Ensure EC&I designs comply with Sellafield standards, safety case requirements, and site licence conditions
• Interface closely with construction, commissioning, safety, and project teams to support effective delivery
• Contribute to technical problem‑solving and on‑site engineering resolution

Requirements

• Proven experience as an EC&I Engineer within nuclear or other highly regulated industries
• Working knowledge of relevant BS EN and IEC standards
• Experience working to Sellafield site procedures (or equivalent) is advantageous
• Strong communication skills and the ability to operate effectively in a site environment
• SC clearance preferred or the ability to obtain

Why Join?

• Competitive £42‑£46/hour (Inside IR35)
• Long‑term, site‑based role on a flagship UK nuclear programme
• Hands‑on engineering exposure at one of Europe's most complex facilities
• Opportunity to build deep site experience and contribute to critical national infrastructure

Apply now to be part of Sellafield's next phase of engineering delivery – on site, technically challenging, and genuinely impactful.