Millbank
EC&I Engineer
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EC&I Engineer
Location: Preston, North West (Flexible Hybrid Working Available, 1 day from the office per week is required minimum)
Contract Duration: 12–24 Months
Vacancies: 3 Contract Positions
Hours: 40 Hours per Week
Rate: £51.00–£56.00 Ltd per Hour (subject to an IR35 assessment confirming outside status)
The Opportunity
We are seeking experienced EC&I Design Engineers to join a leading engineering team delivering major water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a long-term programme of work, supporting the design, delivery and commissioning of critical infrastructure within the water sector.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) solutions from concept design through to project completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce and support the design of Electrical, Control & Instrumentation systems for water and wastewater treatment projects.
- Deliver EC&I engineering solutions throughout the full project lifecycle, from initial design through to commissioning and final handover.
- Undertake site surveys, inspections, testing, commissioning support and fault-finding activities.
- Support and oversee site installation activities, ensuring compliance with design specifications and project standards.
- Liaise effectively with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Ensure all engineering activities comply with current industry standards, health & safety legislation and client specifications.
- Provide technical support throughout project execution, identifying and resolving engineering challenges as they arise.
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Essential Experience & Qualifications
- Proven experience as an EC&I Design Engineer within the Water, Utilities or Process Industries.
- Strong technical knowledge of Electrical, Control & Instrumentation design principles.
- Experience of High Voltage (HV) systems, including design, installation support and commissioning activities.
- Demonstrable experience managing engineering deliverables and supporting projects through design and construction phases.
- Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control & Instrumentation or a related engineering discipline.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
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If you're seeking a new opportunity and think you have the relevant skills and experience our client is looking for, then this could be the opportunity for you, so apply now or contact Stuart Cooper via LinkedIn.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
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