Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading organisation within the Nuclear sector , to recruit an EC&I Engineer for its Chorley site. The EC&I Engineer role comes with a 12-month minimum contract (Inside IR35) and the opportunity to work on a technically complex and strategically important project. If you're an EC&I Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the EC&I Engineer role Reporting to the Engineering Manager you will: EC&I Delivery Produce CE&I design concepts including SLDs, BCDs, cable schedules and layout drawings Develop designs that conform to relevant British and European standards and client requirements Produce and maintain LTQR / Technical Files in accordance with Quality Management Systems Ensure designs address operability, maintainability and safety...

Senior EC&I Engineer Location: Renfrew, Scotland Contract Duration: 12 Months Positions Available: 2 Job Type: Contract Rate: Negotiable (Inside IR35) The Opportunity We are currently seeking two experienced Senior EC&I Engineers to support a major project based in Renfrew, Scotland. Working within a multi-disciplinary engineering team, you will provide technical expertise across Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) systems, supporting the design, construction and commissioning of complex machinery and engineering packages. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project within a highly regulated environment, delivering innovative engineering solutions while supporting project delivery from concept through to commissioning. Key Responsibilities Deliver EC&I design packages to support construction and commissioning activities. Develop key engineering deliverables, including Control System Specifications,...

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting a EC&I Completions Engineer to join the EPC Contractors commissioning team for their Waste to Energy facility based in Scotland on an initial 9 months contract basis. The EC&I Completions Engineer position comes with a competitive rate per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Manage EC&I completions and handover, reviewing construction completion packs, system boundaries and turnover packages to ensure systems are ready for commissioning. Review technical documentation, including electrical drawings, P&IDs, loop folders, test certificates, ITPs, calibration records and red-lined drawings. Lead site walkdowns and punch-list management, identifying outstanding works and driving actions through to close-out. Maintain completion records and systems, updating CMS/CMMS, completion registers, turnover dossiers and tracking commissioning readiness. Manage Technical Queries (TQs),...

EC&I Hardware Engineer Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum The Opportunity Our client is continuing to grow, driven by an expanding pipeline of complex, bespoke engineering projects across a range of technically demanding industries. To support this growth, they are looking for an experienced EC&I Hardware Engineer to strengthen their engineering team. This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative, project-driven environment where no two projects are the same. Unlike highly repetitive manufacturing environments, their work is varied and challenging, allowing engineers to contribute throughout the full project lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored engineering solutions from concept through to manufacture, commissioning, and customer support. The environment is fast-paced and delivery-focused, with priorities evolving as customer requirements change....

Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for an Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer to join their new-build Energy from Waste Power Station, currently in construction, in Tilbury, Essex. Once fully operational, the EfW will process 350,000 tonnes of waste per annum to generate c.40MW of electricity to export to the national grid which is enough to power c.90,000 homes. The vital EC&I Engineer role comes with a salary of up to c. 63,000 + 4,694 location allowance + Bonus + Overtime + Pension + benefits If you're an EC&I Engineer, or experienced Technician looking for progression, and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the EC&I Engineer role Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for: The day-to-day management of short-term and...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy from Waste company in the UK to recruit an Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician for its site in North Yorkshire. The EC&I Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to 48,000 and a bonus. If you are an apprentice trained EC&I Technician with experience on heavy industrial sites and looking to work then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Technician role Reporting to the Maintenance Manager you will: Perform fault finding and rectification on electrical, control, and instrumentation equipment. Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks to the highest standards. Manage a delegated plant area, including planned outages and scheduled maintenance activities. Ensure all client specifications and requirements are consistently met and maintained. Assist in planned outages and...

Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company to recruit for a Controls and Instrumentation (C&I) Technician to join their Biomass Power Station in slough, Berkshire. The vital C&I Technician role comes with a basic salary of 45,452 - 54,311 (DoE) + Bonus + Overtime + additional allowances + other company benefits. This will be working Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week. If you're an experienced C&I/EC&I Technician and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Controls and Instrumentation Technician role Reporting to the EC&I Engineer you will be responsible for: Carrying out planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance duties on all control and instrumentation equipment across the site. Fault finding/maintaining instrumentation (Pressure, temperature, level, flow etc)...

PLC / Controls / Automation Engineer Water Industry Location: London Rate: £45 £55 per hour Outside IR35 Initial Contract: 6 months extension highly likely PLC, Controls or EICA Engineer looking for your next contract? If you're a PLC Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, EICA Engineer or Control Systems Engineer with strong water industry experience, this could be an excellent opportunity to get involved in a technically interesting project in Leicester. We're looking for an experienced controls professional who can bring hands-on technical knowledge across PLC/SCADA, control systems, instrumentation and electrical engineering, supporting the delivery of a major water industry project. With a rate of £45 £55 per hour Outside IR35 and an initial 6-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension, this is well suited to an experienced contractor coming towards the end of a project or looking for their next challenge. The role You'll be working as part of a...

Looking for an interesting role with a growing company? This hands-on role which combines production planning, maintenance, electrical and control systems, SCADA, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement. You will work closely with Operations, Engineering and Commercial teams to maximise plant availability, optimise production and maintain the highest safety standards. Hours of work are Monday to Friday with start times of around 07:30 - 16:00 with some flexibility. Overtime available with an on call rota possibly in the future. 36 days annual leave (incl of public hols) Employer pension contribution of 5%, increasing up to 10%. Private medical insurance, including dental, optical and mental health cover. Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loan. Key responsibilities (including but not limited to): Plan hydrogen production in line with customer demand Support planned and reactive maintenance Maintain plant records, inspections and maintenance...

Astutes Power Team are recruiting for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join an Energy from Waste Power Station in Nottinghamshire. As a Maintenance Engineer, you will plan, coordinate and supervise electrical maintenance activities to maximise plant reliability, availability and performance. You will also support improvement projects, outage planning and maintenance agreements, while providing cover for the Maintenance Manager when required. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties: As the Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for: Providing support and management to the Maintenance Day Team, including the planning and co-ordination of maintenance activities to ensure maximum plant availability and performance. Partake in maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner, in line with company HSE policies. Oversee site...

As our new Electrical & Instrumentation Design Engineer, you'll provide technical expertise in the design, maintenance and improvement of electrical and instrumentation systems across our manufacturing site. You'll play a key role in ensuring plant reliability, safety and compliance while supporting the delivery of engineering projects and site improvements. Working as part of our EC&I team, you'll collaborate closely with technicians, engineers, production teams and external contractors to design and implement new installations, support existing control systems and deliver capital projects. This is an opportunity to apply your specialist engineering knowledge in a complex process manufacturing environment while helping to maintain safe, efficient and reliable operations. Some of your key responsibilities: TDesign electrical and instrumentation installations, including hazardous area (ATEX) applications. Manage and deliver small capital projects from design...

EC&I Technician (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation) Location: Exeter, Devon, UK Salary: 49000 per year + annual bonus scheme + comprehensive benefits package Working Pattern: 40 hours per week (Day Shift: Monday to Friday) + 1-in-4 Callout Rota About the Company We are a leading UK innovator in resource recovery, waste management, and sustainable energy generation. Operating an extensive national network of Energy Recovery Facilities (ERFs), we play a critical role in supporting the UK's climate goals by diverting waste from landfills and converting it into valuable energy resources. We are driven by ambition, high performance, and a clear vision for a climate-positive future. To achieve our goals, we invest heavily in our workforce and foster a supportive, collaborative environment focused on safety, innovation, and ongoing professional development. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced EC&I Technician to join our engineering team. This is...

Role responsibilities and key skills for the role Lead and conduct electrical installation quality control inspections across all site activities. Inspect cable containment, cabling, terminations, glanding, earthing, bonding, LV systems and electrical equipment. Verify installations comply with approved drawings, method statements, ITPs, specifications and client requirements. Witness and document electrical testing, including continuity, insulation resistance, earth loop and functional testing. Conduct material receiving inspections and verify supplier/vendor quality documentation. Supervise subcontractor QA/QC activities and ensure contractual and project quality requirements are met. Coordinate inspection notifications, client witness points, audits and third-party inspections. Track and ensure timely close-out of punch list items, quality observations and outstanding comments. Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, system energisation and integrated testing...