Principal EC&I Engineer – Defence Systems, On-Site 4 Days

Gold Group; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold Group is seeking a Principal C&I Engineer to lead EC&I delivery in a multi-disciplinary team based in Huddersfield. The role focuses on designing, testing and commissioning, applying first principles and standards to create innovative, robust solutions.

You will manage the EC&I team, ensure quality, and collaborate with mechanical and gearbox engineers to route cabling in challenging environments, while meeting customer deadlines and KPIs.

Qualifications

• Proven EC&I engineering experience in heavy industrial or rotating equipment.
• Experience producing electrical specifications, scopes of work, calculations, drawings and schedules.
• 5–7+ years in a senior electrical design role focusing on controls and instrumentation.
• Familiar with MIL-STD/DEF-STAN and defence design standards.
• Understanding of ISO, EMI/EMC, grounding and shielding principles.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical wiring diagrams, P&IDs and technical docs for tests and service.
• Provide leadership/line management to the EC&I team, coordinating workloads and deadlines.
• Champion quality deliverables and drive continuous improvement within delivery stream.
• Ensure compliance with functional safety, cyber security and hazardous area standards.
• Collaborate on harness schematics, connector tables, and BOM release.
• Coordinate with gearbox/mechanical subsystems to route cabling in challenging environments.
• Liaise with supply chain to oversee EC&I aspects.
• Apply defence electrical standards (MIL-STD/DEF-STAN) and client requirements.
• Ensure EMC/EMI integrity and survivability under shock and vibration.

Skills

EC&I Engineering

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Solid Edge Electrical

NX Electrical Routing

Job description

Gold Group is seeking a Principal C&I Engineer to lead EC&I delivery in a multi-disciplinary team based in Huddersfield. The role focuses on designing, testing and commissioning, applying first principles and standards to create innovative, robust solutions.

You will manage the EC&I team, ensure quality, and collaborate with mechanical and gearbox engineers to route cabling in challenging environments, while meeting customer deadlines and KPIs.