EC&I Hardware Designer

We're looking for an EC&I Hardware Designer to support the delivery of complex control and automation systems within the nuclear sector.

This role focuses on the design and development of control system hardware, including enclosures, panels, and interface systems. You'll work as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, contributing to high-quality, safety-critical projects from concept through to manufacture and installation.

Why This Role?

• Work on safety-critical, high-integrity projects
• Be involved in end-to-end hardware design, not just drawing updates
• Collaborate with experienced engineers across electrical, control, and mechanical disciplines
• Hybrid working with flexibility around office days and working hours
• Opportunity to build experience within a highly regulated engineering environment

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and develop electrical enclosures, control panels, and interface systems
• Produce detailed AutoCAD drawings and design packages
• Develop and manage:
• General Assemblies
• I/O schedules
• Cable calculations and routing
• Power load and heat calculations
• Support design reviews, site visits, and engineering assessments
• Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are delivered to a high standard
• Produce supporting documentation including test specifications, installation method Statements, inspection reports, testing of manufactured equipment to associated drawings and quality records

• Strong experience using AutoCAD for electrical design
• Experience delivering EC&I hardware design within engineering projects
• Experience designing control panels, MCCs, or electrical enclosures
• Knowledge of IET Wiring Regulations and CDM Regulations
• Understanding of cable routing, panel layouts, and system integration
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a project team
• Degree/HNC (or equivalent experience) in Electrical / EC&I Engineering

Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days per week in the office, depending on project needs)

Flexible working hours to support work-life balance

UK travel required at key project stages (e.g. site visits and commissioning).

Security clearance: BPSS required (SC eligible)

Role available on a permanent or contract basis

We are a leading engineering organisation delivering complex, safety-critical control and automation systems within the nuclear sector. Our work demands high standards of technical excellence, safety, and delivery performance., Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.