E C & I Engineer

EC&I Engineer Manchester Chemical Manufacturing - Top Tier COMAH site £60000 to £70000 plus excellent benefits Are you a seasoned EC&I Engineer with experience in high-hazard environments? Ready to step into a key technical leadership role at a top-tier COMAH site? If you're driven by safety, compliance, and continuous improvement, this could be the role for you. The Role As the EC&I Engineer, you’ll be the go-to person for all Electrical, Control & Instrumentation matters across the site. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, your focus will be on ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of all EC&I systems, while supporting plant operations, projects, and maintenance. This is a hands-on, highly visible position where you’ll be shaping EC&I standards, leading projects from concept to commissioning, and driving ongoing improvements in performance and reliability. Key Responsibilities Act as the site SME for EC&I – ensuring safety, compliance, and reliability. Lead and support EC&I projects – from scoping through to commissioning. Provide expert technical support to maintenance and operations teams. Ensure compliance with COMAH, ATEX, DSEAR, SIL, IEC 61508/61511 and other relevant regs. Support hazard studies (HAZOP/LOPA), audits, and inspections. Manage contractors and liaise with key stakeholders, including HSE and the Environment Agency. Maintain site documentation, technical drawings, and safety-critical standards. Champion continuous improvement and mentor junior engineers. What We’re Looking For Degree-qualified in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering (or related). 5–10 years' experience in a similar EC&I role, ideally in a high-hazard chemical or petrochemical setting. Strong knowledge of process control systems (PLC, DCS), instrumentation, and LV/HV systems. Familiarity with functional safety, SIL verification, and risk-based assessments. Working knowledge of COMAH, DSEAR, ATEX, and IEC standards. Chartered status (or working towards) is desirable. What's on Offer A key engineering role with real impact on plant safety and performance. A collaborative team and a well-supported site environment. Involvement in major projects and continuous improvement programmes. Competitive salary and benefits package. Career development opportunities and professional support. Interested? If you're ready to bring your EC&I expertise to a well-established chemical manufacturing site, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.

Location: Manchester,, GB

Posted Date: 11/1/2025