EC&I Project Engineer

NRL Recruitment; Renfrew; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL Recruitment is seeking an EC&I Project Engineer based in Renfrew to support design, installation and commissioning within a highly regulated nuclear environment.

You will review electrical/control drawings, ensure compliance with nuclear safety and quality standards, and coordinate with project managers and subcontractors to keep technical alignment and progress on track.

Qualifications

• Must have proven EC&I Engineer or Project Engineer experience in a regulated sector (preferably nuclear).
• Strong electrical background with knowledge of control and instrumentation systems.
• Recognised qualification (HNC or Degree level or equivalent) in electrical/ instrumentation engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide EC&I project engineering support across design, installation and commissioning phases.
• Interpret and review electrical and control system drawings, specifications and documentation.
• Ensure work complies with nuclear safety, quality and regulatory standards.
• Liaise with project managers, designers and subcontractors to maintain technical alignment.
• Oversee progress against plans, identify issues, and support coordination of engineering solutions.
• Participate in safety reviews, technical meetings and progress reporting.
• Support testing, inspection and project handover activities.
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations and inspection records.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Regulated-sector experience

Communication skills

Education

Electrical/Instrumentation degree

Job description

EC&I Project Engineer - Renfrew

We're recruiting on behalf of a major engineering company with a strong heritage in delivering highly regulated nuclear and energy sector projects across the UK. This long-term opportunity for an EC&I Project Engineer offers the chance to contribute to complex, safety-critical work, supporting project delivery and technical coordination within a collaborative engineering team.

Salary

£40.00-£50.00 per hour

Location and Working Pattern

Based in Renfrew, working four days per week. On-site presence will be required with flexibility to support project delivery as needed.

Client Overview

Our client is a long-established UK engineering business, known for its expertise in mechanical, electrical, and control systems engineering. Recognised for delivering high-quality work in regulated environments, they continue to provide innovative, safe and reliable engineering solutions for major infrastructure and engineering projects nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Provide EC&I project engineering support across design, installation and commissioning phases
• Interpret and review electrical and control system drawings, specifications and documentation
• Ensure work complies with nuclear safety, quality and regulatory standards
• Liaise with project managers, designers, and subcontractors to maintain technical alignment
• Oversee progress against plans, identify issues, and support the coordination of engineering solutions
• Participate in safety reviews, technical meetings and progress reporting
• Support testing, inspection, and project handover activities
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations and inspection record.

Must-have Requirements

• Proven experience as an EC&I Engineer or Project Engineer within a regulated sector (preferably nuclear)
• Strong electrical engineering background with knowledge of control and instrumentation systems
• Recognised electrical or instrumentation qualification (HNC or Degree level or equivalent)
• Understanding of nuclear safety standards and quality processes
• Effective communicator with a proactive and methodical approach to problem-solving

Nice-to-have Skills

• Experience working within multi‑discipline engineering teams on major Nuclear infrastructure or Defence projects
• Familiarity with documentation control systems and nuclear quality requirements (e.g. LTRs)
• Strong planning and coordination skills

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