Permanent
EC&I Design Engineer
GPW Recruitment
Liverpool
Posted: 24 June 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 24 July 2026
Ref: 225286996
EC&I Design Engineer-
Role Overview:
- Develop EC&I design deliverables across the full project lifecycle (FEED through to detailed design and commissioning) for gas and industrial infrastructure projects
- Produce electrical and instrumentation drawings, including SLDs, cable diagrams/schedules, loop diagrams, instrument hook-ups, control panel layouts, marshalling cabinets, and hazardous area layouts
- Prepare and update P&IDs, equipment schedules, instrument indexes, and control system architecture documentation
- Support control philosophies, cause & effect matrices, cable routing, and containment layouts
- Provide technical support, including design calculations, equipment selection, vendor document review, and procurement input
- Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, SIL assessments, and client meetings, providing technical support during installation and commissioning phases
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, hazardous area requirements (ATEX/DSEAR), IEC standards, and company procedures while maintaining document control and quality assurance throughout projects
Requirements:
- HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control Engineering, or related discipline
- Proven experience producing EC&I design deliverables within gas, oil & gas, energy, or process industries
- Strong knowledge of hazardous area installations and gas industry processes
- Experience interpreting P&IDs, engineering specifications, and working across the full design lifecycle
- Experience with industrial infrastructure, such as gas transmission, distribution, or processing facilities
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical, with experience in EPLAN or AVEVA, desirable
- Strong understanding of instrumentation systems, PLC/SCADA, control panel design, and electrical distribution
- Knowledge of functional safety systems, field instrumentation, and hazardous area design
Desirable:
- Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Control Engineering
- Professional membership or working towards chartership
- COMPEX awareness/certification or Functional Safety training
- Experience within regulated utilities, gas storage, LNG, hydrogen, or similar sectors
The Ideal Candidate:
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and safety
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Able to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage workload effectively
- Flexible to travel to the site when required
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