Senior/Principal EC&I Engineer
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 to £75,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 May 2026 |
| Location: | Warrington, North West, WA3 6XF |
| Company: | Millbank Holdings Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 59796381 |
Summary
Location: Warrington (hybrid working available)
Salary: £45-£75k depending on experience/level
About the Opportunity
We’re working with a leading engineering organisation operating within highly regulated industries, who are looking to appoint a Senior EC&I Engineer to support the delivery of complex design projects.
This is a great opportunity to be involved across the full project lifecycle — from early concept design through to manufacture, installation, and commissioning — within a technically challenging and safety-critical environment.
Role Overview As a Senior EC&I Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering design solutions, ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards and client requirements.
You’ll also take responsibility for coordinating design activities, supporting junior engineers, and liaising with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver EC&I design outputs across the full project lifecycle (concept to commissioning)
- Produce high-quality design documentation and drawings in line with project requirements
- Coordinate and plan design activities to meet programme deadlines
- Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Interface with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure integrated design delivery
- Support and check the work of other engineers where required
- Engage with stakeholders to ensure technical requirements are clearly understood and achieved
Requirements Qualifications & Experience
- HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation, or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in an EC&I engineering role
- Experience working within highly regulated environments (e.g. nuclear, defence, oil & gas, or similar)
- Experience collaborating with multiple engineering disciplines
- Familiarity with cable calculation software such as Amtech (or equivalent)
- Experience using AutoCAD for design work
- Exposure to BIM-enabled projects is desirable
Skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently and solve complex technical problems
- Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage your own workload and support others
- Proactive approach to meeting deadlines and exceeding project expectations
Additional Information
- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK
- This role is subject to security clearance
- Travel to other UK sites may be required depending on project needs
If this role is of interest, please feel free to get in contact with Matt Kidd on LinkedIn
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.
Salary: £45-£75k depending on experience/level
About the Opportunity
We’re working with a leading engineering organisation operating within highly regulated industries, who are looking to appoint a Senior EC&I Engineer to support the delivery of complex design projects.
This is a great opportunity to be involved across the full project lifecycle — from early concept design through to manufacture, installation, and commissioning — within a technically challenging and safety-critical environment.
Role Overview As a Senior EC&I Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering design solutions, ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards and client requirements.
You’ll also take responsibility for coordinating design activities, supporting junior engineers, and liaising with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver EC&I design outputs across the full project lifecycle (concept to commissioning)
- Produce high-quality design documentation and drawings in line with project requirements
- Coordinate and plan design activities to meet programme deadlines
- Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Interface with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure integrated design delivery
- Support and check the work of other engineers where required
- Engage with stakeholders to ensure technical requirements are clearly understood and achieved
Requirements Qualifications & Experience
- HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation, or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in an EC&I engineering role
- Experience working within highly regulated environments (e.g. nuclear, defence, oil & gas, or similar)
- Experience collaborating with multiple engineering disciplines
- Familiarity with cable calculation software such as Amtech (or equivalent)
- Experience using AutoCAD for design work
- Exposure to BIM-enabled projects is desirable
Skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently and solve complex technical problems
- Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage your own workload and support others
- Proactive approach to meeting deadlines and exceeding project expectations
Additional Information
- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK
- This role is subject to security clearance
- Travel to other UK sites may be required depending on project needs
If this role is of interest, please feel free to get in contact with Matt Kidd on LinkedIn
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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