Senior EC&I Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and engineering of electrical systems for process plants in the food and beverage sector. This role involves creating specifications for electrical control panels, managing projects from concept to handover, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical process system design, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to innovative projects and drive success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in electrical process system design and engineering.
• Proficiency in designing control systems from P&IDs and Data Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for process plants in various industries.
• Liaise with project teams and suppliers for control panel manufacturing.

Skills

Electrical Design

Instrumentation

Control Systems

AutoCAD

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

At WorkLyf Group, we are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (EC+I) for our global client based in Warrington.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Electrical Design, Engineering & Instrumentation of process plants within the food, beverage, personal care & homecare industries.
2. Develop engineering specifications for electrical control panels, instrumentation, and electrical installation.
3. Specify and discuss instrumentation requirements with the Process Department and suppliers.
4. Support sales team in proposals by estimating labour and materials costs using internal and supplier tools.
5. Manage control panel manufacturing liaising with suppliers and assist in testing control panels before shipment.
6. Create Load/Motor, Instrument, and I/O Schedules from P&ID and equipment data sheets.
7. Liaise with site and project teams during installation and support site managers for design queries.
8. Design electrical loop diagrams, cable routes, and layouts.
9. Approve control panel schematics and layouts, incorporating connection data onto electrical loop diagrams.
10. Configure and commission instruments and VSDs, support I/O testing with the project team.
11. Understand control bus systems such as Profibus DP, Profibus PA, AS-i, and industrial Ethernet networks.
12. Assist with power-up procedures, I/O testing, and early-stage commissioning.
13. Prepare site commissioning files with construction status and electrical drawings.
14. Complete and issue electrical drawings upon project completion.

Technical Requirements

• Ensure electrical criteria are met from concept to handover as per project documentation.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and certifications in food, beverage, personal care, and home care industries.
• Experience with hazardous area regulations and ATEX.
• Understanding of control systems (Siemens, Rockwell), Profibus DP, Profinet, and Ethernet networks.
• Design experience of safety systems, E-Stops, and interlocks.
• Ability to specify, evaluate, recommend, and source control panel components.
• Experience with instrumentation applications (Flow, Level, Pressure, Temperature, Weight) and suppliers like Endress & Hauser, IFM, Siemens, Mettler Toledo.
• Ability to liaise with end users and after-sales to complete project manuals.

Qualifications

• HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with relevant industry experience.
• 7+ years of experience in electrical process system design and engineering.
• Proficiency in designing control systems from P&IDs and Data Sheets.
• Experience in generating electrical drawings, proposals, and specifications.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of electrical regulations for Hazardous Areas.

Essential Requisites

• Technical and professional knowledge in electrical engineering.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proactive and resourceful attitude.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• UK Driving License.