Electrical Engineering Manager

PREMIER OFFICE SYSTEMS; Northwich; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing business is seeking an experienced EC&I Manager to oversee electrical, control, and instrumentation systems. This hands-on leadership role involves ensuring compliance and efficiency in a high-hazard environment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience, strong knowledge of EC&I standards, and excellent project management skills. Join this forward-thinking company for career progression and impactful projects.

Benefits

Career progression

Flexible working hours

Involvement in major improvement projects

Qualifications

• Assess and manage EC&I systems in a high-hazard manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of DSEAR/COMPEX and safety regulations required.
• Experience in HV/LV electrical systems and isolation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Manage EC&I standards and compliance.
• Collaborate with teams to improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Electrical Engineering

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SCADA

IEC 61508/61511

Siemens S7

Job description

Overview

Location: Cheshire (North West)

Salary: Circa 70k

We're recruiting for an experienced EC&I Manager to join a leading chemical manufacturing business. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical expertise with team management. You will oversee all site electrical, control, and instrumentation systems - ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations while supporting new and ongoing projects. This position offers the chance to take ownership of site EC&I standards, drive continuous improvement, and act as a technical lead in a high-hazard COMAH environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the safe execution of reactive and proactive maintenance across electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Act as the Responsible Person for HV and LV works on site.
• Manage and continuously improve EC&I standards, SCADA systems, SIL systems, and DSEAR compliance.
• Own instrumentation calibration, loop checks, and verification processes.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Planning teams to maximise operational efficiency.
• Contribute to new projects, ensuring EC&I compliance throughout design, installation, and commissioning stages.
• Liaise with contractors and suppliers, managing costs, resources, and timescales.
• Support COMAH compliance and contribute as a technical lead during audits and inspections.
• Lead health & safety initiatives, risk assessments, and contribute to site-wide safety improvements.
• Champion continuous improvement, ensuring KPIs and PPM schedules are met through the site CMMS.

About You

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) OR extensive relevant industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of EC&I systems within a chemical, process, or high-hazard manufacturing environment.
• Qualifications such as C&G 18th Edition, Electrical Installation, DSEAR/COMPEX essential.
• Additional knowledge of IEC 61508/61511, Siemens S7, or SCADA development would be advantageous.
• Experienced in HV/LV electrical systems and safe isolation procedures (LOTO).
• Strong leadership, project management, and contractor management skills.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and communication abilities.

Why Apply?

• Key technical leadership role in a complex, high-hazard environment.
• Opportunity to own and shape EC&I standards and practices across site.
• Direct involvement in major improvement and capital projects.
• Career progression within a safety-first, forward-thinking manufacturing business.

Hours

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm, with flexibility required around project deadlines and occasional travel to support wider operations.