Senior EC&I Engineer

Rullion Engineering Cumbria; Warrington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm is seeking a Senior EC&I Engineer based in Warrington. This role requires over 5 years of experience within the nuclear sector and involves leading design projects. The successful candidate will produce design documentation and work on-site with multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for this contract position offering competitive pay within IR35 guidelines.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of professional engineering experience.
• Experience working on nuclear or highly regulated sites.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support the delivery of EC&I design work across all project stages.
• Produce high-quality design documentation and calculations.
• Coordinate and manage design activities to meet deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Organizational skills

Education

HNC in Electrical, Control, or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

AMTECH ProDesign

Job description

Job title

Senior EC&I Engineer – 5+ years in the nuclear sector

Job Type

Contract – 12 months

Start date

As soon as possible

Salary

Inside IR35 – rate disclosed once contacted

Location

The role is based at one of the client’s offices in Warrington, Abingdon, or Cumbria.

Hours of work

Up to 37 hours per week

Travel

Must be willing to travel to client sites as required.

Role Overview

The Senior EC&I Design Engineer will support the Principal Engineer in delivering complex engineering projects and may take ownership of smaller work packages with assistance from the wider team. The role covers the full lifecycle of EC&I design, from early concept development through detailed design, manufacture, installation, and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support the delivery of EC&I design work across all project stages.
• Produce high‑quality design documentation, drawings, and calculations in line with project standards and regulatory requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage design activities to ensure deadlines and quality expectations are met.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant engineering principles, safety requirements, and site regulations.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical, Control, or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 5 years of professional engineering or technical experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems independently.
• Strong organisational skills, including managing your own workload and supporting others to meet project milestones.
• Experience working on nuclear or other highly regulated industrial sites.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with other engineering disciplines on integrated design projects.
• Knowledge of AMTECH ProDesign or similar electrical calculation software.
• Competency in AutoCAD.
• Understanding of BIM-enabled project environments.

Additional Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the UK at the commencement of employment.
• Willingness to undergo and obtain Security Clearance (SC).

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Company Information

This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base.

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