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Lead Electrical, Control and Instrumentation (EC and I) Engineer
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Location: Knutsford, Cheshire
Salary: Competitive
Stopford are recruiting for a Lead EC and I Engineer to join the team to work with highly skilled professionals who are constantly striving to deliver excellence and best practice.
Stopfords business activities are at the forefront of the energy transition and together with our clients and partners, we are playing our part in tackling the biggest challenges of our time: Energy Security; Environmental Sustainability and Energy Affordability.
You will be based at our office in Knutsford with the opportunity for hybrid working. There may be occasional travel required to other offices and client offices/sites. This is a full:time permanent position.
The Role
Reporting to the Associate Director Projects Group, the Lead EC and I Engineer shall be responsible for all aspects of EC and I design and engineering delivered by the Project Group. Working on projects across the Waste, Renewables, Chemicals, Nuclear and Petrochemical Sectors working for a wide range of Clients and also supporting the Technology and Innovation Group in the development and delivery of our own technologies.
Key Responsibilities Include
Building, managing and developing a team of EC and I engineers and designers. Preparing, checking and approving design work packages including: Control Architecture Diagrams, Instrument Loop diagrams, Motor Schematics, Cable Block Diagrams, Cable Routing/Layouts, Instrument and Electrical Schedules, Lighting Specifications and layouts, MCC Design Specifications and MCC/Control room layouts and any other EC and I engineer deliverables required for the successful delivery of our projects. Preparing, checking and approving specifications and Scopes of Work for installation contractors and equipment suppliers. Direct input or oversight of onsite construction and commissioning support, depending on the project. Ensuring the EC and I deliverables produced by the Projects Group are to the correct quality, standard and budget. Participation in Project Design Reviews and Risk Assessments. Reviewing and developing strategic planning and proposing new business opportunities. Supporting preparation of proposals including deliverable lists and Cost, Time and Resource budget estimates Proactively engage with customers internally and externally, developing and maintaining strong, positive business relationships. Some occasional travel to Supplier FATs and construction sites will be required.
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Ideally educated to a degree level, in Electrical, Control or Instrumentation Engineering or an associated discipline. Have experience in the Petrochemicals, Nuclear, Chemicals, Waste or renewable energy industries. Have experience of managing in a design and engineering environment across electrical, control and instrumentation. Experience producing and checking EC and I deliverables Scopes of Work, Specifications, Schedules, Single Line Diagrams, Block Cable Diagrams, URS and FDS. Experience managing 3 rd Party design consultants and suppliers. Knowledge of working with LV distribution, Control systems, Networks and Architecture. Knowledge of working with 3Ph Motors, Drives and MCC panels. Knowledge of DSEAR/ATEX, hazardous area classification equipment/design. Familiarity with engineering standards / specifications and requirements in a highly regulated environment, including Safety Cases. Understanding of Designer and Principal Designer Roles under CDM. Able to perform accurate design calculations and complete hour and cost estimates. An ability to think strategically and understanding the implication of changes to contract scope. An ability to work collaboratively with all engineering design and construction disciplines. Must be able to secure and maintain SC Clearance. Working knowledge of Office 365 including One Drive and Sharepoint with proficient
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