EC&I Engineer Compex Regulated Manufacturing Manchester, UK
We are partnering with a well-established and highly regulated manufacturing organisation to recruit an experienced EC&I Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a safety-focused business operating in a complex, high-compliance environment, where engineering standards and continuous improvement are key to success.
Location: Manchester (site-based in Salford)
Salary: 60 - 70,000 (Depending on Experience)
This role will focus on delivering safe, compliant, and reliable electrical, control, and instrumentation engineering across a critical manufacturing site. You will play a key role in supporting plant performance, regulatory compliance, and safety-critical systems.
Candidate Requirements
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Control, or Instrumentation Engineering
- CompEx certification (essential)
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (a big plus)
- Strong experience working in regulated or hazardous environments (e.g. pharmaceutical, oil & gas, chemical or similar)
- Proven experience with SIL, functional safety, or safety lifecycle management
Key Responsibilities
- Provide EC&I engineering support across plant operations and projects
- Design, maintain, and improve electrical and control systems in a regulated environment
- Support and lead SIL and functional safety activities
- Develop and review safety documentation including HAZOP, LOPA, and risk assessments
- Ensure compliance with UK electrical and safety regulations
- Support shutdowns, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Work closely with operations, maintenance, and process engineering teams
- Manage contractors and external engineering partners where required
- Drive reliability, asset integrity, and plant safety