Principal EC&I Engineer
Scantec Recruitment is looking for a Principal EC&I Engineer
Job description
Principal EC&I Engineer
Nuclear | SMR Programmes | UK wide offices
Hybrid | Permanent | Full-time
An opportunity has arisen for a Principal EC&I Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy - delivering safety-critical systems on next-generation nuclear programmes, including Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).
This position requires an experienced Principal EC&I Engineer with a strong design background and a proven track record of leading complex, multidisciplinary engineering programmes in highly regulated environments.
You will be responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of EC&I technical programmes across the full project lifecycle, ensuring integration, regulatory compliance, and delivery to cost, schedule, and quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage EC&I technical programmes covering the full product and project lifecycle
- Plan and sequence detailed EC&I activities, managing dependencies across engineering disciplines
- Ensure effective integration between electrical, control, and instrumentation systems
- Manage programme scope, implementing formal change control where required
- Identify resourcing requirements and support senior engineering leadership in workforce planning
- Develop, manage, and control EC&I budgets, forecasts, and cost performance
- Monitor and manage programme risks, including threats and opportunities
- Lead and coordinate permanent and contract EC&I engineering resources
- Provide technical leadership and assurance within a safety-critical, regulated environment
Technical Requirements & Experience
- Significant experience in EC&I design on complex industrial projects
- Demonstrable expertise in at least two EC&I disciplines, such as: Control Systems, Functional Safety, Instrumentation, Radiometrics
- Experience working within highly regulated industries (nuclear, defence, energy, or similar)
- Strong understanding of EC&I design phases, configuration management, and lifecycle governance
- Proficiency with EC&I design tools; E-Plan and AutoCAD Electrical are commonly used
- Vendor-agnostic design approach, with the ability to develop technically robust solutions independent of OEM preference
- Proven ability to manage interfaces, system integration, and multidisciplinary dependencies
Leadership & Programme Capability
- Experience leading EC&I teams across multiple work packages
- Strong programme planning, cost control, and risk management capability
- Confident working with senior stakeholders, engineering authorities, and delivery partners
- Able to balance technical depth with programme and commercial accountability
Qualifications
- Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical, Control, or Instrumentation Engineering
- Chartered status or postgraduate qualifications are advantageous
What’s Offered
- Long-term role within major nuclear and low-carbon energy programmes
- Hybrid working (typically 1–2 days office based per week)
- Structured development and clear progression pathways
- Competitive salary + car allowance and comprehensive benefits package
- Various UK office locations available
Due to the nature of the work, the ability to obtain security clearance is essential.
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- England
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 05-02-2026
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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