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Principal E&I Engineer

Location
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary
£45 - £55 per hour
Sector
Mechanical & Electrical
Type
Temporary / Contract
Ref
37596_1751272955

Principal E&I Engineer - Contract

Location: Salford Quays, Manchester
Working Model: Hybrid (1 day on-site preferred)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Contract Length: Ongoing
Rate: Competitive

We're working with a leading engineering consultancy delivering high-value pharmaceutical and industrial projects across the UK and Europe. Due to continued growth and demand, they're seeking a Principal E&I Engineer to join their Manchester-based team on a contract basis.

The Role:

As Principal E&I Engineer, you'll lead the design and delivery of Electrical & Instrumentation packages across complex capital projects. Your focus will include front-end design, detailed engineering, and supporting project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the E&I design and engineering scope across multiple projects

  • Prepare specifications, layouts, and manage instrumentation and control systems

  • Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and subcontractors both in the UK and across Europe

  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and safety standards

  • Contribute to the full project lifecycle, from concept to commissioning

  • Mentor junior engineers and uphold quality and best practice standards

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Principal or Lead E&I Engineer within engineering consultancy

  • Strong understanding of electrical and instrumentation design principles, including ATEX, hazardous area classification, cable sizing, containment, loop diagrams, and control philosophies

  • Experience in producing and reviewing key design documentation such as load schedules, SLDs, P&IDs, I/O lists, and functional design specifications

  • Working knowledge of UK and EU electrical regulations and standards, including BS7671 and IEC codes

  • Familiarity with pharmaceutical, process, or heavy industrial sectors, particularly in regulated environments with clean utilities and automation

  • Proficient in working with design tools and platforms such as AutoCAD, Amtech, or similar

  • Strong project coordination skills, including interfacing with vendors, subcontractors, and client teams

  • Able to work independently and take technical ownership of project delivery

  • Comfortable with hybrid working arrangements and regular on-site presence at the Salford Quays office

  • Available for contract engagement inside IR35

This is a great opportunity to take a senior lead role on technically demanding engineering projects, working within a high-performing team that values collaboration and engineering excellence.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch or send your CV .

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