Senior EC&I Engineer

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Contract Opportunity: Senior EC&I Engineer
Location: North West (Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Contract Length: 12 months (with strong likelihood of extension)
Rate: £50 per hour (Outside IR35)
Hours: 4-day week (Monday to Thursday, 10-hour days)
We're seeking an experienced Senior EC&I Engineer to support the design and delivery of complex, safety-critical projects within the UK nuclear sector. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative, high-integrity engineering solutions as part of a collaborative and technically strong team.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality EC&I designs and documentation in accordance with project and regulatory requirements.
Produce and review design deliverables, including schematics, wiring diagrams, functional design specifications, and test documentation.
Ensure compliance with nuclear, safety, and industry standards, maintaining traceability and design integrity throughout the lifecycle.
Contribute to and lead technical reviews, HAZOPs, and risk assessments.
Provide technical support to internal teams, suppliers, and clients, ensuring robust and compliant solutions.
Collaborate closely with Principal Engineers and Engineering Managers to drive technical excellence across projects.
Ideal Candidate:
Proven experience in EC&I engineering within the nuclear or other highly regulated industries.
Project experience with AWE, Sellafield, or similar regulated environments is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of control systems, electrical design, instrumentation, and functional safety principles.
Familiar with relevant standards such as BS EN 61508 / 61511 or equivalent.
Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Live Security Clearance (SC) is highly advantageous.
What's on Offer:
Compressed 4-day working week (Mon-Thurs) - 10-hour days for improved work-life balance.
Hybrid working - with a minimum of 2 days per week expected in the office.
Competitive rate up to £50/hr (Outside IR35).
Secure 12-month initial contract with strong likelihood of extension.
If you're ready to apply your EC&I expertise to high-impact, technically challenging nuclear engineering projects, we'd like to hear from you
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Location:
Chorley
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineer, EC&I, Senior, Engineering

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