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Principal Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ 63,800 - 81,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Warrington, Cheshire

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

Principal Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineer
 Warrington | Leicester | Bristol | Hybrid Working (3 Days in Office)
 £63,800-£81,000 + Outstanding Benefits
 Full-Time | Permanent

Lead the Future of Nuclear Engineering
 Are you an experienced Principal EC&I Engineer ready to lead the delivery of some of the UK's most technically challenging engineering programmes?
 We're looking for a Principal Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineer to provide technical leadership across major nuclear and defence projects. You'll drive the design and delivery of complex safety-critical systems, influence engineering strategy, and mentor the next generation of engineers while working on programmes that support the UK's clean energy ambitions and national security.
 If you're passionate about engineering excellence, innovation and leading high-performing teams, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

The Role
 As a Principal EC&I Engineer, you'll be responsible for leading multidisciplinary engineering activities from concept through to commissioning, ensuring technical excellence throughout every stage of project delivery.
 Your responsibilities will include:

Leading the design and delivery of complex Electrical, Control & Instrumentation systems
Providing technical leadership across multidisciplinary engineering teams
Reviewing and approving engineering designs, calculations and technical documentation
Ensuring compliance with nuclear safety, quality and regulatory requirements
Supporting engineering governance, technical assurance and design reviews
Mentoring and developing engineers across the business
Working closely with clients, regulators, suppliers and project stakeholders
Supporting project planning, technical risk management and strategic decision-making
Driving continuous improvement and engineering best practice across multiple projectsWhat We're Looking For
 We're seeking experienced engineers with a proven track record in:

Leading the design and delivery of complex EC&I systems within highly regulated industries
Nuclear, defence, energy or other safety-critical sectors
Functional Safety and engineering governance
PLC, SCADA, control systems and instrumentation technologies
Technical leadership across multidisciplinary engineering teams
Managing engineering risk and ensuring regulatory compliance
Client, regulator and supplier engagement
Mentoring and developing engineers at all levelsQualifications

Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Instrumentation or a related engineering discipline
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or actively working towards ChartershipSecurity Clearance
 Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain SC Security Clearance.
 What's on Offer?

£63,800-£81,000 salary
Hybrid working (typically 3 days per week in the office)
Office locations in Warrington, Leicester or Bristol
Generous annual leave
Matched pension scheme with life assurance
Private healthcare benefits including Digital GP and annual wellbeing support
Professional membership fees paid
Employee share scheme
Retail discounts and savings portal
Holiday buy & sell scheme
Paid volunteering day each year
Employee Assistance Programme
Structured leadership development and career progression
Opportunity to work on nationally significant nuclear and defence programmesWhy Join?
 This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the technical direction of major engineering programmes while leading talented multidisciplinary teams delivering innovative solutions within the UK's nuclear sector.
 You'll join an organisation that values collaboration, technical excellence and continuous development, offering the chance to influence projects that make a lasting impact on the UK's critical infrastructure and clean energy future.
 Apply today and take the lead on engineering projects that define the future of nuclear technology

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