Morson Edge
Principal EC&I Engineer NTSP
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Principal EC&I Engineer - NTSP Project
Location: Glasgow, G2 8JQ
Working Pattern: Hybrid, ideally 2 days per week in the Glasgow office
Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required prior to commencement
Eligibility: Sole British Nationals only
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Principal EC&I Engineer to support the delivery of the NTSP programme at HMNB Clyde.
This is a key position within a major defence infrastructure project, requiring both strong technical expertise and proven leadership capability.
The successful candidate will lead EC&I design activities associated with new building infrastructure projects, ensuring engineering solutions are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with client requirements, programme objectives, and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the EC&I design of new building infrastructure projects at HMNB Clyde.
- Design and deliver HV and LV electrical systems.
- Support the integration of communications systems including SCADA, networks, and telecommunications.
- Deliver building services electrical design including:
- Lighting
- Small power
- Earthing
- Lightning protection
- Produce technical scopes of work and resource loading estimates for project changes.
- Produce system specifications and associated engineering documentation.
- Ensure all designs meet client requirements, standards, and project expectations.
- Manage engineering risks, technical issues, and design assumptions.
- Oversee design change control throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support project planning and ensure timely delivery against programme requirements.
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Leadership Responsibilities
As a Principal Engineer, you will:
- Lead and mentor junior engineers within the team.
- Allocate and coordinate day-to-day engineering activities.
- Ensure resources are focused on the right activities at the right time.
- Provide technical leadership across the EC&I discipline.
- Take ownership of engineering deliverables and technical decisions.
- Collaborate with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful delivery.
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Essential Experience
- Significant experience in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineering.
- Strong background in HV and LV electrical system design.
- Experience in building services electrical design.
- Knowledge of lighting, small power, earthing, and lightning protection systems.
- Experience with SCADA, telecommunications, and network systems.
- Ability to produce technical scopes, specifications, and engineering documentation.
- Experience managing technical risks, assumptions, and design changes.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience working within highly regulated or safety-critical environments.
Desirable Experience
- Nuclear, defence, utilities, or major infrastructure experience.
- Trimble / Amtech
- DIALux
- ETAP
- Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration.
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