Senior EC&I Engineer

NUVIA UK; Warrington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nuclear sector is seeking a Senior EC&I Engineer to define scope, supervise project teams, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The role requires a degree in engineering and extensive experience in the nuclear industry. As part of a global group, you will engage with multidisciplinary teams and manage engineering resources on various projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the Nuclear industry.
• Proven competence in design/delivery within a project environment.
• Experience managing sub-contracts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise up to 5 engineers and manage project resources.
• Design, Specification, Procurement, and Commissioning for Nuclear Engineering Projects.
• Manage quality, progress, and cost documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Collaboration

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in a relevant technical/engineering discipline

Job description

Senior EC&I Engineer

Type: Permanent

Salary: £42,000 - £54,000

Main Purpose of Job:

Define and distribute the scope of work to ensure safety, timeliness, and quality. Deliver all design and engineering tasks to meet Design Reviews and HAZOPs within Project procedures. Supervise less experienced engineers, manage engineering resources, and conduct interviews.

Position in Organisation:

• Report to Principal Engineers; ultimate line management by the Chief Engineer in your discipline
• Report to Principal Engineer, Team Leader, or Department Manager
• Supervise a design or project team of up to 5 engineers, possibly supplemented by staff from other areas
• Allocate work, manage quality, progress, and costs within the project
• Manage project subcontracts
• Engage regularly with clients and other engineering disciplines
• Communicate within the project team regarding your assigned tasks

Key Accountabilities:

• Design, Specification, Procurement, Supply/Manufacture Liaison, Installation, Acceptance Testing, Commissioning, and Operator Training in Nuclear Engineering Projects
• Liaison with multidisciplinary teams
• Provide technical consultancy
• Manage projects including quality, progress, and cost documentation
• Support sales and ensure customer care
• Manage contractors, subcontractors, and staff development
• Promote safety culture, ensure compliance with safety regulations (e.g., CDM, CE marking), and apply safety systems

Experience and Attributes Required:

Essential:

• Degree in a relevant technical/engineering discipline or demonstrable experience
• Full UK driver’s license
• Working towards Chartered Engineer status (if applicable)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the Nuclear industry
• Proven competence in design/delivery within a project environment
• Understanding of design requirements supporting nuclear safety cases
• Experience in at least two of the following EC&I areas: Mechanical Handling, Process Instrumentation, Functional Safety, Machinery Safety, LV Distribution Systems
• Experience managing sub-contracts
• Knowledge of safety regulations including CDM
• Experience reviewing design documentation and calculations
• Leadership experience in technical teams
• Strong organizational and collaborative skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Quality and service-oriented attitude
• Commercial awareness

Desirable:

• Chartered Engineer or nearing chartership; membership of institutions like IET preferred
• Experience integrating EC&I design with control systems (PLC/SCADA)
• Experience in Design Substantiation for safety cases
• Experience in the Defence sector advantageous
• Experience in bid preparation

Pourquoi nous rejoindre ?

Subsidiary of VINCI Construction and part of the VINCI Group, NUVIA operates globally on highly regulated industrial sites, with extensive experience in nuclear projects worldwide.

Entité

NUVIA, the nuclear branch of VINCI, is involved throughout the nuclear lifecycle, from New Build to dismantling, maintenance, and operation. With over 2700 employees globally, we are growing and seeking new talents to support our expansion.