Senior EC&I Engineer

Amentum; Aston-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm is seeking a Senior Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineer in Aston-on-Trent to lead EC&I designs for nuclear and renewable projects. Responsibilities include managing project lifecycles, producing technical documentation, and mentoring junior engineers. Qualifications require a relevant degree and experience with engineering standards. The role offers a competitive salary, work-life balance, and flexibility in working arrangements.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Chartered or near Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional body.
• Knowledge of EC&I principals and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Experience in producing high-quality technical deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of EC&I designs across the project lifecycle.
• Prepare technical documentation and safety-critical systems designs.
• Manage and mentor junior engineers on deliverables.

Skills

EC&I design expertise

Systems integration

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc in EC&I or relevant discipline

Tools

BS, IEC, IEEE standards

Job description

Amentum is currently recruiting for a Senior Electrical, Control and Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer to join our Energy business, which is entering an exciting phase of opportunity: supporting a key client's UK nuclear fleet through a business transformation; supporting new small and advanced modular reactor developers. Our work is varied, covering nuclear projects (Licensing, New Build, Generation, Life Extension, and Defueling), Renewable Energy projects and high energy industrial projects, such as data centres and hydrogen production facilities. In addition, we have opportunities across the wider business to help us to keep work interesting as you develop your career with us. We're looking for a driven individual who embraces collaboration and diversity, and who shares our vision to create a secure and vibrant future by continuously reinventing, realising breakthroughs and taking on challenges with courage. Our goal is to support development of new nuclear technologies and to keep existing power stations operating safely, contributing to the UK's Net Zero carbon target.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of EC&I designs and solutions across the full project lifecycle from bid generation, through concept and detailed design development to installation and commissioning.
• Prepare technical documentation, specifications, and design justifications for safety‑critical systems.
• Work on systems integration, testing and validation of PLC, SCADA and simulator systems.
• Support requirements capture and systems engineering approach for new architectures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the practical aspects of implementing engineering designs and understand the use of standards and compliance with regulatory requirements in an engineering environment.
• Manage and check deliverables from junior engineers to ensure compliance and quality.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
• Interface with clients, regulators, and project stakeholders on technical matters.
• Ensure designs meet nuclear safety, cybersecurity, and quality standards.
• Support project planning, cost estimating, and risk management activities.
• Produce high‑quality technical reports.
• Build and maintain valuable relationships with clients, partners and peers.
• Support the client, people and business outcomes through strong communication and engagement skills.

People & Culture

• People are at the heart of everything we do; you will build effective relationships and interact with multiple internal and external stakeholders in multiple locations.
• Work closely with colleagues to support activities that offer the best service to the client.
• Collaborate with teams based across the UK, often in different locations.
• The role will be based at one of our Energy offices (Newcastle, Warrington, Gloucester, Bristol or Knutsford). We put flexibility at the heart of what we do and are happy to consider flexible working patterns.

Skills and Qualifications

• MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc or equivalent in EC&I or another relevant discipline.
• Chartered or near Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional body (support will be provided).
• An awareness of civil nuclear plant systems, structures and components and associated design and assessment guidelines (or relevant engineering principles from other highly regulated industries).
• Knowledge of EC&I principals, design tools and relevant guidelines, standards and practices (e.g., BS, IEC, IEEE – in particular IEC 61508, 61511, 61513, 61226 and ONR SAPs / TAGS).
• Knowledge and experience in the systematic design lifecycle of a C&I system, including specification, design, assessment, verification, testing, installation, commissioning and maintenance of safety or process critical I&C systems.
• Ability to simplify complex problems.
• Knowledge of high integrity hardware or software‐based control systems for industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering and system conceptual design is desirable.
• Experience in producing and checking high‑quality technical deliverables.
• Motivated team member with the ability to work to deadlines and communicate project progress.
• Good communication skills and the ability to articulate information to a broad range of stakeholders.
• Committed to Continuous Professional Development.

Salary & Benefits

• £38,741 per year – estimated, part‑time.
• Competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
• UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes.
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
• Work‑life balance and flexibility is a key focus area. We discuss hybrid, part‑time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity

At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. We believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all.

Our Culture

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.