Principle EC&I Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Scotland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Principal EC&I Engineer for a long-term contract at a naval base project in Clyde, Scotland. This role requires significant experience in EC&I engineering and team leadership, providing technical expertise and ensuring project compliance. The position offers strong career development potential. Interested candidates with relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Significant EC&I engineering and team leadership experience suitable for a Principal EC&I Engineer role.
• Experience in nuclear, defence, or other regulated industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead EC&I design and engineering delivery, ensuring objectives are met.
• Approve complex engineering work and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Job Role: Principal EC&I Engineer

Location: Faslane, Clyde (3 days in office)

Project: NTSP Project - Naval Base Infrastructure and Buildings (7-year framework)

Contract Type: Long-term

Security Clearance: SC required (must already be in place to start)

Note: Candidates from certain partner organizations cannot be considered

Role Purpose

The Principal EC&I Engineer will lead the delivery of Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation (EC&I) engineering activities across the naval base project. The Principal EC&I will provide technical expertise, solve complex problems, ensure safe and compliant solutions, and mentor junior engineers. Acting as a subject matter expert, the Principal EC&I Engineer will also support customer relationships and contribute to business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead EC&I design and engineering delivery, ensuring scope, cost, quality, and schedule objectives are met.
• Provide technical expertise and approve complex engineering work and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and procedural standards in all EC&I activities.
• Manage, mentor, and support engineers and technical specialists.
• Collaborate across disciplines and maintain strong customer relationships, representing the EC&I role.
• Support tenders, estimates, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status (or actively working towards).
• Significant EC&I engineering and team leadership experience suitable for a Principal EC&I Engineer role.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in nuclear, defence, or other regulated industries.
• Exposure to full project lifecycle and business development activities.
• High Voltage experience (HV / 11kV) is advantageous.

Additional Information

• Travel may be required.
• Long‑term contract with strong career development potential for the Principal EC&I.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, apply today!

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.