EC&I Engineer

Join a high-performing engineering team delivering critical EC&I systems for major nuclear safety projects!

Our Client has a requirement for an EC&I Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington.

Role Purpose:

• Deliver high-quality EC&I engineering design work packages — including specifications, drawings, analyses, verifications, and assessments — that meet all legal, functional, and performance requirements within agreed time, cost, and quality targets.

• Support the Lead Engineer in preparing design documentation for new glove box installations and modifications to existing systems.

• Assist in developing design documentation and safety assessments for containment and machinery systems, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed design documentation for new Pressurised Package Facility glove box installations and modifications to existing glove box systems.

• Support the preparation of design documentation for Containment Vessel Release Tool (CVRT) systems, focusing on machinery safety compliance.

• Conduct and document machinery risk assessments and performance level assessments to ensure functional safety compliance.

• Contribute to the design of Safety Systems, including the production of Design Substantiation and Justification Reports (DSJR) and Safety Requirements Engineering (SRE) Check Sheets.

• Deliver EC&I project designs and engineering outputs in accordance with project schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.

• Apply relevant industry standards, including CDM Regulations and IET Wiring Regulations, throughout design and delivery phases.

• Design and review building electrical services, including space management, cable routing, and cable management solutions.

• Work collaboratively within an integrated delivery team while maintaining the ability to perform independently under time constraints.

• Ensure clear communication, coordination, and documentation across project stakeholders and disciplines.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

Essential:

• SC Clearance (or ability to obtain).

• Demonstrable experience delivering systems in accordance with BS 61508 and BS EN 13849.

• Strong understanding of Machinery Safety Regulations and functional safety compliance.

• Proven experience in the design and delivery of Safety Systems, including DSJR and SRE documentation.

• Competence in producing and reviewing Machinery Risk Assessments and Performance Level Assessments.

• Experience in EC&I project delivery, including building electrical services design.

• Knowledge and practical application of CDM Regulations and IET Wiring Regulations.

• Experience with space planning, cable routing, and cable management for complex systems.

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to liaise at all organisational levels.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and within integrated, multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable:

• Certified TÜV SÜD (FSE, CMSE, ISO 13849, IEC 60261).

• EngTech accreditation or higher.

• Degree qualified in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation, or a related engineering discipline.

• Experience working within Sellafield Ltd Management Systems.

• Familiarity with EC&I specialisms such as Radiometrics, Instrumentation, and Safety Systems.

Benefits:

• Competitive contract rates and flexible working arrangements.

• Opportunity to contribute to technically complex and safety-critical projects in the nuclear sector.

• Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary working environment.

• Long-term contract potential with ongoing professional development opportunities.

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an EC&I Engineer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.