EC&I Engineer - VGC Group in England

Role Purpose

The Engineer applies professional engineering knowledge to provide technical solutions in the delivery of products and services. The role requires a competent engineer who demonstrates sound technical understanding within a generalist subject area, contributes to the resolution of engineering challenges, and ensures that work is delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality. The Engineer works independently on defined tasks or projects, under limited supervision, and provides support and guidance to less experienced team members where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Delivery

• Apply engineering domain knowledge to develop and deliver technical solutions, ensuring compliance with project requirements, specifications, and standards.
• Carry out technical investigations and analyses to inform design improvements and problem resolution.
• Produce, review, and verify engineering deliverables including calculations, analyses, drawings, technical reports, specifications, and method statements.
• Ensure that appropriate review, verification, and approval processes are followed for all technical outputs.
• Contribute to product and project safety assessments, identifying and managing engineering risks.
• Apply relevant procedures, codes, and standards (e.g., ISO, BS, IEC) correctly and consistently in all work activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced quality, reduced cycle time, and improved asset utilisation.
• Assist in the planning, delivery, and monitoring of assigned tasks and projects, ensuring delivery to agreed time, cost, and quality.

• Promote effective co‑operation across multi‑discipline engineering teams and with other business functions.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on design, technical, and delivery matters to ensure alignment and effective communication.
• Support procurement activities by contributing to or reviewing technical specifications and supplier documentation.
• Provide support to Project Managers for project planning, control, and progress reporting.
• Assist in identifying new business opportunities and support technical input to bids and tenders.

• Provide technical guidance and assistance to less experienced engineers, graduates, and apprentices.
• Maintain and develop professional and technical competence, staying up to date with industry best practice, standards, and innovations.
• Support the company’s Learning from Experience (LfE) process by capturing and sharing knowledge gained during and after project delivery.
• Promote and uphold a culture of engineering excellence, integrity, and collaboration within the team.

• Ensure all work complies with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and standards.
• Exercise due care for personal safety and the safety of others, ensuring all activities adhere to approved safety procedures and good practice.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of safety performance across engineering operations.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in engineering within a multi‑discipline project environment.
• Proven ability to deliver a variety of engineering tasks across a range of project types.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with customers, suppliers, and colleagues.
• Familiarity with engineering processes, design principles, and project delivery methodologies.

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively working towards Chartership.
• Member of a relevant professional institute (e.g., IMechE, IET, ICE) or eligible for registration with the Engineering Council.
• Experience managing engineering scope across concept design, detailed design, and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) phases.
• Experience in defence, nuclear, or other complex infrastructure projects.

Other Requirements

• May be required to travel within the UK or internationally to support project and client needs.