Principal EC&I Engineer

Role Overview

The role is responsible for leading and delivering the Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) engineering elements of assigned projects. This includes managing EC&I design activities from concept through manufacture, testing, and handover, ensuring technical compliance, quality, and efficient delivery. The position works closely with project and technical leadership, multi-disciplinary teams, and external partners to deliver integrated engineering solutions. This would suit candidates looking to take the step into a more senior role, or Principal position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver EC&I engineering activities across allocated projects in alignment with project and technical leadership.
• Support Project Managers to ensure EC&I designs meet project, technical, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure EC&I project scope is delivered efficiently, effectively, and to the required quality standards.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary design teams to develop integrated electrical and control solutions that are fit for purpose.
• Produce EC&I designs and associated technical documentation from concept through to validation and handover.
• Manage and review EC&I design outputs from sub-contractors to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
• Conduct peer reviews of EC&I deliverables produced internally or externally.
• Provide technical input and support to commercial and estimating activities.
• Witness factory acceptance tests (FAT) and support project sign-off activities.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and third parties as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• HNC/HND in an Engineering discipline (essential).
• Engineering degree (BEng / MSc) (desirable).
• Strong knowledge of engineering delivery processes and change control.
• Experience in EC&I engineering design from concept to detail.
• Ability to perform EC&I engineering calculations.
• Experience managing or participating in design reviews.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks or similar).
• Knowledge of technical document control, configuration, and issue management.
• Experience producing technical reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and learning from experience.