Bolton
Senior EC&I Engineer Location: Bolton Salary: DEO £60,000.00 + Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent or Contract Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior EC&I Engineer to support a key client in Bolton, specialising in the design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated door and access systems. This is a technically focused role acting as a central point for Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) activities. You will work on a diverse range of systems—from pedestrian automatic doors to large industrial and safety-critical doorsets within nuclear, defence, transport, and other high-hazard environments. Key Responsibilities Technical & Design • Lead EC&I design activities across automated door and access control systems, • Design and develop:, • Wiring schematics, • Control panels and assemblies, • Cable schedules, • Produce detailed EC&I drawings, calculations, and technical documentation, • Ensure systems comply with required Performance Levels (PL) or SIL ratings, • Use SISTEMA to analyse and verify safety-related control systems (SRP/CS) Project & Site Delivery • Conduct site visits to assess existing installations and define modification requirements, • Support installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance activities, • Provide fault diagnosis and troubleshooting support to site teams, • Assist with Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and project scoping Collaboration & Stakeholder Management • Act as a focal point between:, • Mechanical Engineers, • Project teams, • Subcontractors, • External stakeholders and clients, • Support multi-disciplinary integration across departments, • Liaise with internal and external customers to ensure successful project delivery Compliance & Quality Assurance • Ensure compliance with:, • Machinery Directive, • UK Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations, • Relevant British and ISO standards, • Review, check, and technically verify EC&I drawings and documentation, • Carry out approval responsibilities in line with company processes, • Contribute to Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), including raising and resolving issues General Responsibilities • Maintain flexibility to support project deadlines, including overtime where required, • Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role and seniority level Essential Requirements • Qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, • (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent), • Proven experience with:, • Automated doors, access systems, or similar electro-mechanical systems, • Strong understanding of:, • Electrical systems and control circuits, • Fault-finding and diagnostics, • Experience interpreting electrical schematics and drawings, • Ability to independently design compliant EC&I systems Technical Knowledge • Familiarity with relevant standards, including:, • BS EN 16005 (Pedestrian Doors), • BS EN 12453, • BS EN ISO 13849-1 & 13849-2, • BS EN 60204, • BS 7671, • Experience producing EC&I documentation, reports, and specifications, • Experience performing engineering calculations (manual and software-based), • Competence with AutoCAD 2D and/or Inventor 3D, • Understanding of:, • Motors, gearboxes, clutch/brake systems, • Sensors and safety devices, • Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), • PLCs and programmable safety systems Desirable Skills & Experience • Experience with:, • Roller shutters, sectional doors, industrial sliding doors, or powered access systems, • Experience in safety-critical sectors (nuclear, defence, heavy industry), • Knowledge of:, • Safety PLCs, • Interlock systems, • Emergency release mechanisms, • VFDs, • Experience using SISTEMA for PL calculations, • ECS/CSCS card, • Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to obtain