EC&I Project Engineer

We're recruiting on behalf of a major engineering company with a strong heritage in delivering highly regulated nuclear and energy sector projects across the UK. This long-term opportunity for an EC&I Project Engineer offers the chance to contribute to complex, safety-critical work, supporting project delivery and technical coordination within a collaborative engineering team.

£40.00-£50.00 per hour

Based in Renfrew, working four days per week. On-site presence will be required with flexibility to support project delivery as needed.

Our client is a long-established UK engineering business, known for its expertise in mechanical, electrical, and control systems engineering. Recognised for delivering high-quality work in regulated environments, they continue to provide innovative, safe and reliable engineering solutions for major infrastructure and engineering projects nationwide.

• Provide EC&I project engineering support across design, installation and commissioning phases
• Interpret and review electrical and control system drawings, specifications and documentation
• Ensure work complies with nuclear safety, quality and regulatory standards
• Liaise with project managers, designers, and subcontractors to maintain technical alignment
• Oversee progress against plans, identify issues, and support the coordination of engineering solutions
• Participate in safety reviews, technical meetings and progress reporting
• Support testing, inspection, and project handover activities
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations and inspection record.

• Proven experience as an EC&I Engineer or Project Engineer within a regulated sector (preferably nuclear)
• Strong electrical engineering background with knowledge of control and instrumentation systems
• Recognised electrical or instrumentation qualification (HNC or Degree level or equivalent)
• Understanding of nuclear safety standards and quality processes
• Effective communicator with a proactive and methodical approach to problem-solving

• Experience working within multi‑discipline engineering teams on major Nuclear infrastructure or Defence projects
• Familiarity with documentation control systems and nuclear quality requirements (e.g. LTRs)
• Strong planning and coordination skills

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