Project E&I Engineer

Talent STEM Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a skilled Project E&I Engineer based in Holmes Chapel, Cheshire. The role involves planning and delivering E&I projects, ensuring safety compliance, and managing projects within regulatory environments. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Automation Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits including 25 days holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus statutory holidays

Pension scheme

Medical cash plan

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in E&I roles within regulated environments.
• Proven ability to manage maintenance and engineering projects.
• Experience with contractor management and site safety leadership.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver electrical, instrumentation, and automation projects.
• Ensure all E&I systems comply with UK safety standards.
• Manage small to medium projects including control system upgrades.

Skills

Project management

Knowledge of UK electrical regulations

Strong leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Automation Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CMMS systems

Job description

Role Overview

• Job Title: Project E&I Engineer
• Location: Holmes Chapel, Cheshire (site-based)
• Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
• This is a full-time, on-site role due to the hands-on nature of the work.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver electrical, instrumentation, and automation (E&I) projects across the site.
• Contribute to the development of the site's E&I strategy to enhance reliability, compliance, and efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance to the maintenance team and contractors.
• Support project leads with installation and commissioning of plant equipment and system upgrades.
• Ensure all E&I systems comply with UK safety and regulatory standards.
• Manage small to medium projects, including automation improvements, control system upgrades, and equipment replacements.
• Assist with routine maintenance planning, updating procedures, and preventive maintenance schedules.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Automation Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years' experience in E&I roles within regulated or process-driven industrial environments.
• Proven ability to manage maintenance and engineering projects, including budgets.
• Knowledge of UK electrical regulations, industrial control systems, and functional safety.
• Experience with contractor management, permit-to-work systems, and site safety leadership.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and engineering drawings (e.g., AutoCAD).
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Eligible to work full-time in the UK without sponsorship.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays
• Pension scheme, life assurance, income protection, medical cash plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Supportive culture with training and development opportunities

How to Apply

For more information on this confidential opportunity, please send your CV to Talent STEM for consideration. Applications will be reviewed on receipt