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Lead EC&I I Engineer

Our client, a prominent player in the nuclear engineering sector, seeks a Lead EC&I Engineer to join an exciting contract-based project. Their Project requires an experienced Lead Engineer to oversee various work…

Inside IR35 Engineering
Pay rate £65 – £75/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 8 July 2026

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Inside IR35

Our client, a prominent player in the nuclear engineering sector, seeks a Lead EC&I Engineer to join an exciting contract-based project. Their Project requires an experienced Lead Engineer to oversee various work packages, managing both stakeholder and sub-contract relationships. This vital role ensures efficient delivery and performance against expected costs and schedules within a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Producing estimates for all applicable stages of the process
Leading design delivery with internal teams and managing the same with respect to external contracts
Checking design drawings and documentation in accordance with the SL Checking and Approvals Process
Performing plant configuration walkdowns for accurate plant baseline recording to support onward design and assurance
Determining Engineering Requirements and underpinning Validation and Verification efforts
Representing the project team professionally within the supply chain, including attending acceptance tests as delegated
Engaging other disciplines and stakeholders at key lifecycle points while maintaining awareness of project management fundamentals
Presenting relevant deliverables confidently to stakeholders during Single and Multidiscipline design reviews

Job Requirements:

Significant experience in leading design delivery through various project stages
Understanding of the legislative and regulatory environment at Sellafield
Experience delivering CE&I design packages that meet user requirements and technical specifications
Demonstrable experience in highly-regulated industries
Qualification in a related engineering discipline (Electrical & Electronic / Controls & Instruments)

Desirable Skills and Qualifications:

Experience with Programmable Electronic Systems, Machinery Safety, and Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
Proficiency with AutoCAD 2D and client IT systems (MS Office, Cimage, AVEVA)
Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering
City and Guilds 2382 - Understanding the Requirements of Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018 (2022)
Professional registration with relevant institutes (IET, IoP, InstMC)
CyBOK foundations or recognised qualification in Industrial Cyber Security
If you are a skilled EC&I Engineer looking to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and critical nuclear project, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's expert team and contribute to this vital project

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