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Senior / Principal EC&I Engineer

Posted: 20/10/25
Recruiter:Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
Reference:3014155424
Type:Contract
Disciplines: Engineering
Salary:£65 - £70 Hourly
Location:Woolston, UK
Description:

Senior EC&I Engineers - Defence Projects
Warrington (Hybrid)
Contract role

65-70/hour

We're looking for Senior EC&I Engineers to join a high-performing team delivering critical infrastructure on a major defence project under the MOD's Nuclear Technical Support Provider (NTSP) framework, specifically within the Facilities Nuclear Infrastructure Capacity and Assurance Programme (FNICAP).
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of newly awarded packages of work, supporting the design and integration of complex systems including:

  • Electric Overhead Travelling Cranes
  • LV Switchgear
  • Finger Jetty & Shiplift Systems

You'll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering environment focused on innovation, safety, and technical excellence.

Location: Warrington - Birchwood Business Park
Travel: Occasional visits to Glasgow or Faslane for client meetings/reviews/familiarisation
Work Arrangements: Hybrid (minimum 3 days per week in the office)
Clearance: SC Clearance required (or the ability to obtain)

What You'll Bring

  • Proven experience in EC&I design within Defence or similarly regulated environments
  • Strong understanding of ISO 13849
  • Hands-on experience with Cranes and Hoists
  • Excellent grasp of core electrical and control engineering principles
  • Familiarity with Defence industry processes and documentation


This is a fantastic chance to join a project at its early stages and help shape its success. If you're ready to take on technically challenging, meaningful work that contributes to national capability - we'd love to hear from you.

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