Job Description

Senior EC&I Engineer 

Location - Reading, Berkshire

Security Clearance - SC required 

Rate - £70 - 72Ltd per hour (outside IR35 due to companies SME status) 

Hours - 40 hours (Hybrid 2 days onsite in Reading and 3 days from home) 

Paid frequency - Monthly pay 

Duration - 6 months (ongoing likely) 

Starting - August 26 

The opportunity

Our client is currently seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer to support a high-profile nuclear project based in Reading. This role is ideally suited to engineers with strong EC&I design experience within highly regulated industries such as nuclear, defence, or similar. Due to project sensitivities, candidates must hold at least SC clearance, with a preference for those who are DV cleared.

Duties 

Deliver EC&I engineering design packages to a high technical standard and in line with project timescales.

Prepare and review designs including:

Control panel design

Wiring schematics and details

Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)

Motor integration and specifications

Cable calculations

Containment system design and layout

Ensure all EC&I designs meet required standards and comply with relevant industry regulations.

Engage with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders to deliver integrated design solutions.

Provide technical input and problem-solving during the design, installation, and commissioning phases.

(Optional but beneficial) Apply knowledge of Functional Safety (IEC 61508 / 61511) where applicable.Qualifications and Experience 

Proven experience as an EC&I Engineer within a highly regulated sector (nuclear, defence, energy, etc.).

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent 

Strong working knowledge of electrical design, control systems, and instrumentation.

Familiarity with control panel design, VSDs, and motor control.

Capable of producing detailed documentation including wiring diagrams, cable routing plans, and calculation packs.

Competent in relevant software tools (e.g. AutoCAD Electrical, Amtech, or equivalent).

Knowledge of electrical containment systems and cable routing standards.

Eligibility for SC clearance as a minimum; preference will be given to DV-cleared candidates.Get in touch now If you're seeking a new opportunity to progress to the next level in your career as a Lead Electrical Engineer and think you have the skills and experience our client desires then apply now or contact Stuart Cooper via LinkedIn.

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