Electronics Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Empresaria Solutions Limited; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an EC&I Engineer for their projects located in Warrington or Newcastle. The role involves supporting the design, implementation, and testing of complex EC&I systems in nuclear settings. Ideal candidates will possess relevant engineering degrees and knowledge of industry guidelines. This hybrid position requires effective communication and teamwork skills, providing a great opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in EC&I or a relevant discipline is preferred.
• Chartered status or working towards it is valued.
• Knowledge of regulatory design and assessment guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of EC&I systems.
• Produce design calculations and technical specifications.
• Work on systems integration and validation.

Skills

MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc in relevant discipline

Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status

Awareness of civil nuclear plant systems

Knowledge of EC&I principles and design tools

Experience in systematic design lifecycle

Knowledge of high integrity control systems

Motivated team member

Good communication skills

Commitment to Continuous Professional Development

Education

MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc in EC&I

Job description

Title: EC&I Engineer

Location: Newcastle or Warrington

Hybrid: 3 days onsite 2 days remote

Duties:

• Support the design, development, testing, and implementation 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

(the following list outlines desirable skills and qualifications. While these attributes are valued, we understand that applicants may not possess all of them.)

Skills:

• 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 (we will support you).
• An awareness of civil nuclear plant systems, structures and components and associated design and assessment guidelines (or relevant engineering principles from other highly regulated industries)
• Knowledge or EC&I principals, design tools and relevant guidelines, standards and practices (e.g., BS, IEC, IEEE – in particular IEC 61508, 61511, 61513, 61226 and ONR SAPs / TAGS)
• Knowledge and experience in the systematic design lifecycle of a C&I system; including specification, design, assessment, verification, testing, installation, commissioning and maintenance of safety or process critical I&C Systems
• 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.