Job Description

Job Title: EC&I Engineer
Rate: 45 - 55 per hour (based on experience)
Location: Manchester
Role Type: Contract (37 hours over a 4-day week)
Security Clearance: SC Required (candidates must already have or be willing to obtain the necessary level of security clearance)
Start Date: ASAP

GPW Recruitment is partnering with a leading engineering firm to hire an experienced EC&I Engineer for a new project. This contract role offers a highly competitive hourly rate, a condensed 4-day working week (37 hours), and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge engineering projects while maintaining a strong work-life balance.

Main Responsibilities:

• Electrical Design: Generate engineering drawings such as block cable diagrams, schematics, general assemblies, cable routing, and termination drawings.
• Documentation: Produce key engineering documents, including operation and maintenance manuals, test documentation, functional design specifications, and device schedules.
• Engineering Calculations: Perform technical calculations, including cable sizing, panel heat dissipation, and safety instrumented system evaluations.
• Software Development: Develop PLC and SCADA control systems to support automation needs.
• Testing and Trials: Conduct factory tests and trials following test documentation, under the supervision of the project responsible engineer.
• Project Tracking: Work within budget and provide progress updates on tasks assigned by the project responsible engineer.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Design Reviews: Participate in design reviews and essential Health and Safety reviews to ensure project compliance.
• Testing and Commissioning: Join the test and commissioning team when required, which may involve short periods of travel and working away from home.

Security Clearance:

Candidates must hold, or be willing to undergo, the appropriate level of security clearance required for this project.

The Rewards:

• Rate: 45 - 50 per hour, based on experience.
• 4-Day Week: Enjoy a compressed workweek (37 hours across four days) without loss of hours or pay.

If you're an EC&I Engineer with proven skills in design, documentation, and software development, and you're seeking a contract role that offers both competitive pay and a 4-day workweek, apply now. Please ensure you have reviewed the full Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.