EC&I Engineer

EC&I Engineer - Nuclear Plant SupportLancaster | Full-Time On-Site | Inside IR35 | Long-term Contract | Immediate StartThe OpportunityWe're recruiting an EC&I (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation) Engineer to provide technical support on nuclear plant systems in Lancaster. You'll work full-time on-site, five days a week, supporting the operation, maintenance, and optimisation of EC&I systems across safety-related and non-safety critical equipment.Contract Details: Inside IR35 | Full-time on-site | Long-term contract | Immediate start | Lancaster-basedThis is hands-on technical work. You'll diagnose plant issues, specify and review design changes, support maintenance strategies, and conduct system assessments. Your expertise in EC&I systems directly impacts plant reliability and operational performance.What You'll Be DoingPlant-Facing EC&I SupportProvide engineering support for electrical, control, and instrumentation systemsSupport both safety-related and non-safety critical systemsDiagnose and resolve plant faults, abnormal events, and equipment degradation issuesUndertake plant walk-downs, inspections, and system health assessmentsIdentify issues early and support rapid resolutionDesign & Technical ReviewSpecify, review, and approve EC&I designs, modifications, and upgradesEnsure all changes comply with nuclear standards and best practiceSupport engineering justification and technical documentationWork within established design controls and change management processesMaintenance & System StrategySupport and review maintenance strategies (preventive, corrective, condition-based)Contribute to condition monitoring and predictive maintenance activitiesWork with maintenance teams on system optimisationSupport continuous improvement in EC&I reliabilityAbout YouEssential ExperienceMinimum 5+ years EC&I or control systems engineering experienceMUST HAVE: Nuclear industry background - proven experience in nuclear plant operations, maintenance, or engineering supportIdeally EDF SQEP status or equivalent demonstrated competency in nuclear EC&I systemsExpert-level knowledge of:Electrical systems and switchgearControl systems and automationInstrumentation and measurement systemsSafety-related systems and integrityNuclear design standards and best practiceProven ability to:Diagnose complex plant issuesSpecify and review technical designsWork effectively with plant operations and maintenance teamsWork independently on technical assessmentsSupport both safety-critical and operational systemsProfessional qualifications such as CEng or IEng (Desirable)Essential Personal QualitiesHighly motivated and reliableSafety-focused approach to all workStrong technical communication skillsCollaborative and team-orientedComfortable working on an active nuclear plantAttention to detail in safety-critical environmentsThe Role in PracticeYou'll be based on-site at Heysham, working five days a week as part of the plant support team. You'll spend time in the control room, plant areas, and engineering office - conducting assessments, reviewing designs, supporting maintenance activities, and resolving technical issues as they arise.This is genuine plant-facing work where your technical judgement and problem-solving skills directly impact operations. You're not designing from an office - you're supporting the running plant keeping it operational safely and efficiently.Why This RoleCritical Infrastructure WorkHeysham is a major UK power generation site. Your work supports safe, reliable operation of essential infrastructure.Technical DepthEC&I support on a nuclear plant requires genuine expertise. This is rigorous, safety-critical technical work.On-Site PresenceIf you prefer hands-on, plant-facing work over office-based design, this is the role for it.

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