Eccles
EC&I Engineer Eccles Monday to Friday – Flexible Time From £60,000 to £70,000 My client, who is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals, polymer additives and precursors, is looking for an experienced EC&I Engineer to join their team. The Role: Provide Electrical, Control & Instrumentation engineering expertise to support plant operations, new projects, and ongoing maintenance in a highly regulated top-tier COMAH environment. The role is instrumental in ensuring the reliability, safety, and compliance of all EC&I systems on site, aligning with business objectives and HSE requirements. Responsibilities: EC&I Technical Leadership • Serve as the site’s Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation matters, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operation of plant equipment., • Develop and maintain site EC&I standards (including ATEX, DSEAR, SIL, functional safety, etc.) in alignment with industry best practices and legal requirements. Project Management • Lead or support EC&I projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery., • Coordinate with internal teams (Operations, Maintenance, HSE, etc.) and external contractors to define scopes of work, manage schedules, and track budgets., • Oversee design, installation, and commissioning of new EC&I systems, ensuring compliance with COMAH and other regulatory requirements. Maintenance & Reliability • Provide technical guidance to maintenance teams on preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of electrical and instrumentation assets., • Support day-to-day troubleshooting and fault-finding across a range of systems (e.g., PLCs, DCS, safety instrumented systems, field instrumentation)., • Drive reliability improvements through root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement methodologies. COMAH & Regulatory Compliance • Collaborate closely with the HSE team to ensure EC&I operations and projects satisfy COMAH, ATEX, DSEAR, and other relevant regulations., • Maintain and develop safety instrumented systems (SIS), ensuring proper documentation, proof testing, and compliance with IEC 61508/61511., • Participate in COMAH-related activities, including audits, hazard studies (HAZOP/LOPA), safety reports, and regulator inspections. Standards & Documentation • Establish and maintain EC&I technical documentation (e.g., drawings, loop diagrams, schematics) and ensure compliance with site change control procedures., • Implement standards for the management of safety-critical systems, ensuring appropriate performance levels (e.g., SIL determinations) are met., • Support development of site procedures, work instructions, and best practices in line with company policies and legal obligations. Continuous Improvement • Identify and implement opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce cost, and improve safety within EC&I disciplines., • Keep abreast of emerging technologies, standards, and best practices; recommend upgrades and innovations to maintain a competitive edge., • Promote a culture of continuous improvement, sharing knowledge, and mentoring other engineering team members. Contractor & Stakeholder Management • Manage EC&I contractors and vendors, including selection, contract negotiation, and oversight of quality control., • Liaise with external stakeholders (e.g., HSE, Environment Agency) and represent the site’s EC&I interests in audits or inspections., • Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as Operations, R&D, QA, and other engineering functions to align priorities and deliver effective solutions. Budget & Resource Management • Support the Engineering Manager in developing and managing budgets related to EC&I projects and maintenance activities., • Monitor spending against budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions without compromising safety or performance., • Proactively plan resource needs and schedule work to minimize downtime and disruption to production. The Candidate: Education & Certifications • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering (or a related discipline)., • Chartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred or working towards it. Experience • 5–10 years of EC&I engineering experience within a high-hazard chemical, petrochemical, or similar industrial environment., • Proven track record in executing and commissioning EC&I projects, including cost control and contractor management., • Familiarity with COMAH regulations and major hazard site requirements. Technical Skills • Strong knowledge of process control systems (PLC, DCS), instrumentation calibration, loop checking, and functional safety (IEC 61508/61511)., • Understanding of electrical distribution systems (Low/High Voltage), BS7671 wiring regulations, and relevant directives., • Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software and maintenance systems (e.g., CMMS/Agility). Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge • Working knowledge of DSEAR, ATEX, and other UK/EU legislation affecting chemical manufacturing sites., • Experience with hazard assessments (e.g., HAZOP, LOPA) and risk evaluation for electrical and instrumentation systems., • Competent in safety integrity level (SIL) verification and validation. Soft Skills & Behaviours • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to engage effectively with stakeholders from shop-floor technicians to senior leadership., • Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking, capable of balancing day-to-day reactive tasks with long-term project objectives., • Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and complex initiatives., • Resilient, adaptable, and collaborative under pressure, with a commitment to continuous improvement. Benefits: • Total Rewards Program, • 401(K) Savings Plan, • Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits, • Life Insurance and Disability, • Voluntary Benefits, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Wellness Services, • Online Coaching Programs, • 26 days holidays, • Tuition Reimbursement Please contact Marie Brisson at Winsearch UK for further information – Winsearch acts as an employment agency for permanent staff. 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