Senior EC&I Engineer

EC&I Engineer

Bolton

Competitive Salary

Overview

We are seeking a skilled EC&I Engineer to join our clients team, specialising in the design, installation, and maintenance of advanced automatic door and access systems. The successful candidate will work on a wide range of systems, from pedestrian doors to oversized industrial and safety-critical doors used in nuclear, defence, transport, and high-hazard facilities. This role requires technical expertise in electrical, control, and safety systems, along with a strong understanding of regulatory compliance and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead multi-departmental integration to define project scope and support Functional Design Specifications.

Conduct site assessments to evaluate existing systems and verify modification requirements.

Design control systems, including wiring schematics, panel assemblies, and cable schedules.

Analyse and verify Performance Levels (PL) of safety-related parts of control systems using SISTEMA.

Produce EC&I drawings, documentation, and calculations in compliance with standards.

Provide technical support to site teams, including fault diagnosis and troubleshooting.

Review and verify EC&I drawings and documentation produced by other engineers.

Ensure adherence to electrical and safety regulations and company processes.

Contribute to Non-Conformance Report (NCR) resolution and raise NCRs when necessary.

Maintain strong collaboration with internal teams, subcontractors, and external stakeholders.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, knowledge transfer, and innovative design solutions.

Flexibility to work overtime to meet project deadlines as required.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

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, control circuits, and fault-finding.

Knowledge of UK Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and Machinery Directive principles.

Familiarity with relevant standards (BS EN 16005, BS EN 12453, BS ISO 13849-1 & 2, BS EN 60204, BS EN 7671).

Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.

Experience with 2D and 3D CAD software (preferably AutoCAD 2D / Inventor 3D).

Ability to independently design compliant EC&I systems and produce associated documentation.

Experience generating hand and software-based calculations.

Understanding of PLC software packages is advantageous.

Strong focus on quality, output, and team motivation.

Experience with industrial and powered door systems, including roller shutters, sectional doors, and sliding doors.

ECS/CSCS card and SC Clearance eligibility.

Experience with safety-critical systems in nuclear, defence, or heavy industry environments.

Advanced knowledge of standards such as BS EN 16005, BS EN 12453, BS EN ISO 13849, and BS EN 60204.

Experience using SISTEMA for PL calculations.

Understanding of VFDs, safety PLCs, interlock systems, and emergency release mechanisms.

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