EC&I Engineer

Salary: up to £70,000
Location: North West (site-based)

A major industrial manufacturing site is looking to appoint an experienced EC&I Engineer to support operations, capital projects, and long-term site reliability within a top-tier COMAH environment.

This is a senior, hands-on role with real influence over safety, standards, and engineering decisions on site.

The Role

You'll act as the EC&I technical authority on site, covering electrical systems, control systems, and instrumentation. The role spans projects, maintenance, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

Acting as the EC&I Subject Matter Expert across the site
Leading and supporting EC&I projects from concept to commissioning
Supporting maintenance teams with fault-finding, upgrades, and reliability improvements
Owning EC&I standards including ATEX, DSEAR, SIL, functional safety
Managing and maintaining SIS in line with IEC 61508 / 61511
Supporting COMAH activities including audits, HAZOPs, LOPAs, and inspections
Managing EC&I contractors and project budgets (up to £150k)
Driving continuous improvement in safety, performance, and cost

What We're Looking For

Degree-qualified in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering (or similar)
5-10 years' EC&I experience in a high-hazard industrial environment
Strong COMAH, ATEX, and DSEAR exposure
Experience with PLC / DCS, field instrumentation, and functional safety systems
Confident working with contractors and multidisciplinary site teams
CEng status desirable or working towards

Why Apply

Critical site role with real technical ownership
Stable, long-term industrial environment
Strong salary package up to £70k
Opportunity to shape standards and influence site-wide decisions