Nuclear EC&I Engineer - Hybrid/Remote

NRL; Giffnock; Hybrid; GBP 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL is seeking an EC&I Engineer to provide specialist input on complex control systems for a nuclear-sector project. The role is hybrid in Renfrew with regular office days and remote flexibility, offering a meaningful opportunity to impact vital safety-critical infrastructure.

The role requires several years of EC&I design and commissioning experience, with PLC/SCADA and motion control expertise, and the ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• British-born UK citizen able to complete security clearance.
• BSc or BEng in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Several years experience in EC&I design, construction and commissioning.
• Experience with control system upgrade projects including PLC, SCADA, Motion Control and Servo applications.
• Experience commissioning Motor Control Centres and Control System Cabinets.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Effective problem solver with strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• On-site construction and commissioning experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering design packages for complex machinery from construction to commissioning.
• Prepare EC&I deliverables, including Control System Specifications, Cause and Effect Charts, Datasheets and Technical Requisitions for long‑lead items.
• Review and check EC&I design documentation such as Cable Block Diagrams, Routing Diagrams, Schedules and Termination Drawings.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies from contract proposals by raising technical queries with the project or client.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing.
• Contribute EC&I input to multi‑discipline design reviews and close out actions.
• Undertake LV Electrical Power Design tasks.
• Support the EC&I Lead Engineer in related duties as required.

Skills

EC&I design

Control systems

PLC/SCADA

Motion Control

Servo applications

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

BSc or BEng in engineering

Tools

SCADA software

Electrical design software

Job description

NRL is seeking an EC&I Engineer to provide specialist input on complex control systems for a nuclear-sector project. The role is hybrid in Renfrew with regular office days and remote flexibility, offering a meaningful opportunity to impact vital safety-critical infrastructure.

The role requires several years of EC&I design and commissioning experience, with PLC/SCADA and motion control expertise, and the ability to obtain security clearance.