EC&I Engineer

Summary: The EC&I Engineer role involves hands-on design and delivery work in electrical, control, and instrumentation engineering, specifically within the offshore energy sector. The position requires the production and updating of key deliverables and documentation, with a focus on compliance and safety standards. The role is remote with occasional office visits in Nottingham and Wymondham, Norwich, and offers an immediate start on a 6-month contract. It is classified as outside IR35, with a competitive hourly rate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hands-on EC&I design and delivery work (not project management)
• Produce and update key deliverables: cable schedules, I/O lists, SLDs, cause & effect, load schedules
• Develop control philosophies and functional design specifications
• Proven experience with Fire/Gas/Security systems
• Perform cable sizing, load analysis, and protection studies
• Support functional safety (LOPA, SIL, IEC 61508 / 61511)
• Work on PLC systems (Siemens TIA Portal / Allen Bradley)
• Produce EC&I documentation packs (BOMs, RFQs, schedules, test docs)
• Use AutoCAD Electrical for schematics, wiring, panel layouts, and P&IDs
• Support panel design, build, wiring, FAT and SAT
• Work in hazardous areas (ATEX / COMPEX / NORSOK compliant environments)

Key Skills:

• 5-10 years EC&I design experience
• Offshore Energy / Oil & Gas background
• Strong EC&I design and documentation skills
• AutoCAD Electrical for schematics, wiring, panel layouts, and P&IDs
• PLC knowledge (Siemens S7 / Allen Bradley)
• Cable sizing, circuit protection, and electrical design knowledge
• Experience with hazardous area equipment and systems
• Able to work hands-on in a delivery-focused role (not management)

Salary (Rate): £47 hourly

City: Nottingham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Engineering