Principal EC&I Engineer

Tatton Recruitment; Lower Edge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Certain Advantage, partnering with a key client, is recruiting a Principal EC&I Engineer to lead EC&I delivery and provide technical authority across design, testing and commissioning in West Yorkshire.

You will guide the team, coordinate stakeholders, ensure compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100 and industry standards; produce wiring diagrams, P&IDs, schematics, and oversee CAD layouts and PLC/DCS software integration.

Qualifications

• Skilled in preparing electrical specifications, scopes of work, engineering calculations, drawings and schedules.
• Demonstrated EC&I engineering experience, preferably in heavy industry or rotating equipment.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics or a related discipline.
• Proficient in 3D CAD layout tools such as Solid Edge Electrical or NX Electrical Routing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver EC&I projects, allocating work and developing team performance.
• Provide technical authority across design, testing and commissioning activities.
• Produce and approve wiring diagrams, P&IDs, schematics, and installation instructions.
• Coordinate with gearbox, mechanical, transmission, process and marine teams for complex environments.
• Ensure compliance with functional safety, EMI/EMC, and applicable MIL-STD/DEF-STAN standards.

Skills

EC&I engineering

Team leadership

Design reviews

Wiring diagrams

P&IDs

Electrical systems

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge Electrical

NX Electrical Routing

Job description

Principal EC&I Engineer

West Yorkshire

circa £70.000 + benefits

2-stage interview

Mon-Thu

Certain Advantage is partnering with a key client to recruit a Principal EC&I Engineer. You will lead EC&I delivery and provide technical authority throughout design, testing and commissioning. You will guide the team in developing high-quality solutions, applying engineering principles to resolve complex challenges. You will oversee design activities, coordinate stakeholders, ensure compliance and advise on electrical systems.

• Lead and support the team, allocating work, developing individual performance, and resolving issues.
• Deliver innovative EC&I solutions across complex projects, working independently within organisational and client requirements.
• Improve engineering practices, processes and procedures, and promote consistent, high-quality delivery.
• Produce and approve wiring diagrams, P&IDs, schematics, connector tables, splice documentation, bills of materials, drawings and installation instructions.
• Ensure designs meet functional safety, cybersecurity, hazardous-area, EMC/EMI, environmental and survivability requirements, including applicable MIL-STD, DEF-STAN, UK, EU and client standards.
• Coordinate cable routing and interfaces with gearbox, mechanical, transmission, process and marine engineering teams, including for demanding operating environments.
• Use PLC and DCS software, investigate technical issues and identify root causes.
• Define and manage design requirements, lead multidisciplinary project activities, and participate in design reviews through client acceptance.

A couple of things you should know

• Skilled in preparing electrical specifications, scopes of work, engineering calculations, drawings and schedules.
• Demonstrated EC&I engineering experience, preferably in heavy industry or rotating equipment.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics or a related discipline.
• Proficient in 3D CAD layout tools, such as Solid Edge Electrical or NX Electrical Routing.
• Familiar with defence platforms or industrial machinery.
• Sound knowledge of ISO requirements, EMI/EMC principles, grounding, shielding and cable protection.
• Experience designing test rigs and integrating product and rig hardware.
• Understanding of gearbox and drivetrain integration.

During an interview, you may be asked about

• Previous experience in a similar role within the Aerospace and Defence industry.
• Your knowledge of quality management systems and industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001)