Lead EC&I Engineer

Matchtech; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and maintenance provider is seeking a Lead EC&I Engineer to enhance asset efficiency and reduce maintenance costs in Warrington. The role involves overseeing design in multi-discipline projects, acting as a technical authority, and managing project budgets and timelines. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in EC&I engineering, strong leadership skills, and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working pattern with office and remote options

Qualifications

• Experience as a Lead EC&I Engineer in multi-discipline projects.
• Ability to act as a technical authority.
• Proficiency in EC&I design tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EC&I design within multi-discipline projects.
• Manage projects and engage with clients to manage expectations.
• Lead projects from concept to commissioning.

Skills

EC&I Design

EPC Automation

Client Management

Leadership

Education

MEng / BEng in EC&I Engineering

Tools

AMTECH

AutoCAD

Revit

Dialux

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Lead EC&I Engineer
Design office
Warrington
£60,000 to £75,000

Key skills required for this role

EC&I Design EPC Automation

Important

EC&I Design EPC Automation

Job description
Permanent position. Our client, a leading engineering and maintenance provider, is seeking a Lead EC&I Engineer to join their team in Warrington. The company supports customers across sectors including chemical, petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, power & energy, utilities, renewables, and food & beverage markets. This role focuses on enhancing asset efficiency, ensuring high availability, and reducing maintenance costs.
Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee EC&I design within multi-discipline projects.
2. Act as the technical authority for EC&I, supporting the Engineering Manager.
3. Manage projects mainly in the UK, with potential in Europe and other regions.
4. Lead projects from concept to commissioning, including greenfield and brownfield applications.
5. Ensure consistency in EC&I engineering and design with other disciplines, managing budgets and timelines.
6. Engage with clients to manage expectations and scope.
7. Participate in and lead design reviews.
8. Provide technical support and make independent decisions in EC&I Engineering.
9. Coordinate EC&I engineering with Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Process, and Automation disciplines.
10. Oversee estimates and control project costs related to progress, scope changes, and man hours.

Job Requirements:

• Experience as a Lead EC&I Engineer in multi-discipline projects.
• Ability to act as a technical authority or line manager.
• Deep knowledge of EC&I engineering and design, with understanding of other disciplines.
• MEng / BEng in EC&I Engineering (Chartered or Incorporated Engineer preferred).
• TUV Certification.
• Strong understanding of standards such as 7671, 7430, 61508, 61511, ATEX, DSEAR, LV and HV.
• Experience producing EC&I specifications, calculations, drawings, and schedules.
• Result-oriented with focus on client satisfaction and quality.
• Proficiency in EC&I design tools like AMTECH, AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to identify growth opportunities and support sales and business strategies.
• Effective delegation and leadership skills.
• Experience leading design review meetings and mentoring engineers.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible working pattern with office and remote options.
• Work on ground-breaking EPC projects in the UK.

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