EC&I Hardware Designer

We’re recruiting an EC&I Hardware Designer on behalf of our client, a leading organisation delivering safety-critical control and automation systems within the nuclear sector. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced hardware designer to contribute to complex, regulated projects from design through to delivery. You’ll join a collaborative engineering team driving high standards of safety and technical integrity.

Salary

Contract – Inside IR35

Location and Working Pattern

Warrington-based | Hybrid working (typically 2–3 days per week on site)

Client Overview

Our client is a respected engineering business specialising in the design and delivery of control and automation systems for safety-critical environments. They have a strong reputation for quality, technical capability, and performance in highly regulated sectors, including nuclear.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical enclosures, control panels, and interface systems
• Produce detailed electrical design deliverables using AutoCAD
• Prepare design documentation including general assemblies, I/O schedules, cable and power load calculations
• Support design reviews, engineering assessments, and occasional site visits
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure high-quality output
• Produce supporting documentation such as test specifications, inspection reports, and installation method statements
• Assist in equipment testing against associated drawings and quality requirements

 

Must-have Requirements

• Proven experience using AutoCAD for electrical design
• EC&I hardware design experience within engineering projects
• Competence in designing control panels, MCCs, or electrical enclosures
• Experience working in regulated industries (nuclear strongly preferred)
• Knowledge of IET Wiring Regulations and CDM Regulations
• Understanding of cable routing, panel layouts, and system integration
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a project team

 

Nice-to-have Skills

• Familiarity with PLC, HMI, or SCADA systems
• Knowledge of functional safety standards, such as IEC 61508
• Understanding of Sellafield standards
• Security clearance (BPSS as a minimum; SC eligibility desirable)

 

Apply Now

Ready to apply your technical expertise to challenging safety-critical projects? Apply now and take the next step in your engineering career.

 

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