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EC&I Design Engineer (Remote Outside IR35), Swansea

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EC&I Partners Limited

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Job Reference:

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17

Posted:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Design Engineer (EC&I)

Location: 100% Remote (Work from Anywhere in the UK)

Contract Duration: Initial 6-Month Contract (With Strong Potential to Extend)

Hours: Flexible - 40 hours per week ideally, but also open to part-time/flexible arrangements for people with the required skills

Start Date: August 2025

Sectors: Water, Oil & Gas, Power, Chemical, Process (Hazardous Areas - ATEX / DSEAR)

Job Overview:

Why This Role? - What's In It for You

• 100% remote working - no requirement to attend site or office
• Flexible hours - open to both full-time and part-time working arrangements
• Autonomy and trust - ideal for self-starters used to working independently
• Long-term opportunity - initial 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension
• Diverse, safety-critical projects across high-hazard industries
• Join a reputable engineering consultancy with a strong track record and repeat clients
• Use your own tools - candidates must have their own CAD licences
• Optional use of regional offices in Swansea or Pontefract if preferred
• Competitive outside IR35 rate - £55 per hour

This opportunity is ideal for a skilled EC&I professional who wants the freedom of flexible, remote working while contributing to major industrial projects across the UK.

The Role

EC&I Partners are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Design Engineer to deliver a range of high-impact design packages for a specialist consultancy working across ATEX/DSEAR-compliant environments.

You'll work on complex industrial projects in sectors such as water, oil & gas, power, chemical, and general process, producing detailed and compliant design documentation using industry-standard software. The role is fully remote and best suited to candidates who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver EC&I engineering packages to ATEX/DSEAR standards
• Produce and manage technical drawings using AutoCAD, Amtech/Trimble, and EPLAN
• Specify and design LV electrical distribution, instrumentation, and control systems
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and third parties to develop effective and compliant solutions
• Participate in remote design reviews and drive continuous improvement in design practices
• Ensure all documentation aligns with functional safety and electrical regulations
• Contribute to client-facing discussions and technical meetings where needed
• Manage your workload independently in a remote-first environment

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience delivering electrical and instrumentation design packages in ATEX/DSEAR environments
• Strong background in hazardous industries such as water, oil & gas, power, chemical, or process sectors
• Proficient in technical drawing and system specification
• Capable of remote working and managing deadlines independently
• Able to interpret and produce detailed technical diagrams and documentation
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage with clients and stakeholders
• Comfortable working in a self-directed role without micromanagement

Software Proficiency

• Amtech / Trimble - strongly preferred
• Must have access to own licences for relevant software

Certifications and Qualifications

• Functional Safety (FS Eng - TUV SUD/NORD or ExVeritas) - highly desirable

Apply Now

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, experienced E&I Design Engineer looking to join a leading consultancy and work on critical projects in hazardous environments. Applications are welcomed from professionals across the UK, regardless of location, gender, background, or personal circumstance.

EC&I Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration based solely on merit and capability.