Senior EC&I Design Engineer

Description

This is a wide-ranging role, ideal for an all-rounder who can join the EC&I team and work across hardware, software, and functional safety. You’ll be instrumental in the specification, design, verification, and validation of safety systems, while also supporting the full lifecycle of bespoke control solutions.

• Produce documentation including Basis of Design, Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and Safety Design Specifications (SDS).
• Oversee subcontractors and suppliers to ensure compliance and quality.
• Design and integrate safety-critical controls into complex engineering projects.
• Support Factory and Site Acceptance Testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Define and deliver control system specifications in line with demanding client requirements.
• Lead design risk assessments and ensure compliance with functional and machinery safety standards (BS EN 13849, BS EN 61508, BS EN 62061).
• Develop PLC/HMI software (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider) and interface logic.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to training on functional safety.
• Generate and check electrical schematics and control drawings (EPLAN preferred).
• Carry out reliability calculations and SIL-based safety reports using tools such as SISTEMA.

Requirements

Desirable: Chartership or functional safety certification, experience with cranes, heavy machinery, or large-scale automated systems

• Strong grounding in functional safety with knowledge of standards and tools such as SISTEMA.
• Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experienced across both hardware (schematics, panels, drives, instrumentation) and software (PLC/HMI).
• Confident communicator, able to lead design reviews and liaise directly with clients.
• Familiar with Amtech and modern variable speed drives.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility for site visits.

Benefits

Sheffield – Flexible Working | High-Integrity, Safety-Critical Projects

• Long service awards and employee referral scheme.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy extra.
• Flexible start and finish times around core hours.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance