Principal C&I Engineer
Manchester (Hybrid – 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home) | Up to 65 per Hour Ltd (Outside IR35) | 12-Month Contract | 40-Hour Week | ASAP Start
We’re recruiting for an experienced Principal C&I Engineer to support a major nuclear fuel enrichment programme. This is a long-term contract offering hybrid working and a competitive 65 per hour Ltd (Outside IR35) rate.
The Role
You’ll lead C&I design activities across the full project lifecycle, providing technical leadership, managing multidisciplinary interfaces, reviewing and approving designs, and mentoring engineers to deliver high-quality engineering solutions on safety-critical projects.
Essential Experience
- Extensive C&I engineering design experience across the full project lifecycle.
- Strong knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (IEC 61511 & IEC 61508).
- Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.
- Knowledge of instrumentation installation within hazardous/explosive process environments.
- Understanding of ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance.
- Experience with engineering risk management, HSE requirements, project reporting, KPIs and change management.
- Good understanding of UK engineering regulations, including CDM.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Current SC or BPSS Clearance, or the ability to obtain SC Clearance.
Desirable
- Previous experience working on nuclear fuel enrichment projects or within the wider nuclear industry.
- Experience working on highly regulated process plants.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
- Valid Safety Passport or equivalent.
Qualifications
- Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent industry experience.
Contract Details
- Location: Manchester (3 days office / 2 days home)
- Start: ASAP
- Duration: 12 months
- Hours: 40 per week
- Rate: Up to 65 per hour Ltd (Outside IR35)
If you’re an experienced Principal C&I Engineer with nuclear experience and security clearance, we’d like to hear from you.