At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop electrical and control systems for bespoke engineering projects.
- Company: Join a growing engineering firm with a collaborative and innovative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and excellent career development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and exposure to the full project lifecycle.
- Why this job: Work on diverse projects and make a real impact in safety-critical environments.
- Qualifications: Experience in EC&I hardware design and strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
The Opportunity
Our client is continuing to grow, driven by an expanding pipeline of complex, bespoke engineering projects across a range of technically demanding industries. To support this growth, they are looking for an experienced EC&I Hardware Engineer to strengthen their engineering team. This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative, project-driven environment where no two projects are the same. Unlike highly repetitive manufacturing environments, their work is varied and challenging, allowing engineers to contribute throughout the full project lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored engineering solutions from concept through to manufacture, commissioning, and customer support.
The environment is fast-paced and delivery-focused, with priorities evolving as customer requirements change. As a result, they are seeking adaptable engineers who enjoy solving real-world technical challenges, managing multiple projects, and engaging with both customers and internal stakeholders.
The Role
As an EC&I Hardware Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of electrical and control systems for highly engineered projects. Working alongside Functional Safety and Automation Engineers, you will help translate operational and safety requirements into practical, compliant hardware solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Create electrical schematics and panel designs
- Produce EC&I engineering documentation
- Design control system architectures
- Support compliance and technical assurance activities
- Review designs against relevant engineering standards
- Work across multiple projects simultaneously
- Support project delivery from concept through to manufacture and commissioning
- Provide technical support during commissioning and customer-facing activities as required
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience within EC&I / Electrical Hardware Design
- Ability to design electrical systems and produce detailed schematics
- Strong technical problem-solving skills
- HNC, HND or higher qualification in a relevant engineering discipline
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience reviewing and assuring engineering designs and documentation
- Exposure to safety-critical industries such as Nuclear, Defence, Energy, Process industries
Working Arrangements
- Hybrid working available, with flexibility to work from home 1–2 days per week
- Travel and site work will vary depending on project requirements and project lifecycle stages
- Occasional UK-wide travel for commissioning activities and customer support
Base Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire (S9 area)
Why Apply?
- Work on complex, bespoke engineering projects rather than repetitive production work
- Gain exposure across the full project lifecycle
- Collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Contribute to solutions within technically challenging and safety-critical environments
- Join a growing organisation with a strong pipeline of future work and excellent career development opportunities
If you're an adaptable and technically capable EC&I Engineer looking to make a tangible impact on challenging engineering projects, we’d love to hear from you.
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