Principle EC&I Engineer

Talascend International; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment company is seeking a Principal EC&I Engineer based in Warrington with hybrid working options. The ideal candidate will lead a team and deliver EC&I designs for multidisciplinary projects at Sellafield. Key qualifications include proven Sellafield experience and Chartered Engineer status. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to diverse projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working at Sellafield.
• Experience in fast-paced project environments.
• Familiarity with NEC3 contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of CE&I engineers and designers.
• Deliver EC&I designs for a variety of services.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure compliant solutions.

Skills

Experience with radiological and environmental monitoring systems

Broad experience in EC&I design

Ability to work closely with engineers

Skilled at presenting technical information

Experience managing supply chain-delivered packages

Education

BEng Degree

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Job description

Brand new oppourtunity for a Principle EC&I Engineer based in Warrington with hybrid working!

Job Title: Principal EC&I Engineer – CE&I Design for SMPrO Projects

Location: Warrington – Hinton House (minimum 3 days per week, occasional travel to Cumbria)

Security Clearance: BPSS minimum, SC preferred

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Principal EC&I Engineer to lead a team of CE&I engineers and designers supporting Sellafield Ltd’s Site Management Project Office (SMPrO). This role involves delivering high-quality, compliant EC&I designs across the SMPrO portfolio, which focuses on asset-care, refurbishment, and multidisciplinary design projects at Sellafield.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring Sellafield experience and a strong technical background. Occasional site visits to Cumbria may be required (T&S covered).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of CE&I engineers and designers.
• Deliver EC&I designs across a broad range of services, including radiological and environmental monitoring systems.
• Manage work packages delivered by the supply chain.
• Collaborate with engineers, specialists, utilities, and project teams to ensure fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Present technical information clearly to a variety of audiences.
• Ensure compliance with Sellafield standards, procedures, and best practices.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proven experience working at Sellafield.
• Broad experience in EC&I design.
• Experience with radiological and environmental monitoring systems.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
• Experience in fast-paced project environments.
• Familiarity with NEC3 contracts.
• Ability to work closely with engineers to deliver compliant design outputs.
• Experience managing supply chain-delivered packages of work.
• Skilled at presenting technical information to varied audiences.

Desirable Qualifications

• BEng Degree
• IEng/CEng

Why Join Us?

Work on a diverse portfolio of SMPrO projects, contributing to Sellafield’s asset-care, refurbishment, and multidisciplinary design initiatives.

Lead a skilled team and deliver innovative EC&I design solutions.

Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic engineering environment.

If you fit the requirements for this role please apply today!

Company information

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 a Principle EC&I Engineer looking 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.