EC&I Engineer

Assystem GmbH; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international engineering company is seeking a skilled EC&I Engineer to support Defence work packages in Glasgow, United Kingdom. The role involves applying systematic engineering approaches across the full engineering lifecycle, from early requirements to detailed design. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Electrical or Control Engineering and relevant experience. This position offers strong career development opportunities in a collaborative environment focused on energy, defence, and infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation or Control Engineering required.
• Membership or working towards membership of IET or IMC is preferred.
• Understanding of EC&I engineering and control system architecture.

Responsibilities

• Apply systematic engineering approaches to ensure safe and compliant designs.
• Translate operational needs into robust and compliant architectures.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams on Defence projects.

Skills

Systematic engineering approaches

EC&I engineering fundamentals

Communication skills

Collaboration across disciplines

Education

Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation or Control Engineering

HNC/HND with relevant experience

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Our Vacancy# Copy of EC&I Engineer* Defence* Permanent /* Glasgow* United Kingdom* 22/01/26* On site* ShareAssystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world. Every day, our 6,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. Drawing on more than 55 years’ experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all## Job DescriptionWe are recruiting a **skilled EC&I Engineer** to support a diverse portfolio of **Defence work packages**. You will work across the **full engineering lifecycle** — from shaping early requirements and system concepts through to **detailed design and technical assurance**.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys **solving technical challenges**, producing **high-quality engineering outputs**, and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver **robust and compliant solutions**.**Your missions:** Apply **systematic engineering approaches** to ensure designs are safe, fit for purpose, compliant with requirements, and delivered within agreed cost and schedule Shape **EC&I and control system concepts** from early requirements through to detailed design Translate **operational and stakeholder needs** into practical, robust and compliant architectures Define **system-level EC&I and control requirements** through structured requirements capture Prepare **specifications, design schemes, engineering calculations and substantiation** to support designs and safety cases Produce engineering deliverables including **Block Cable Diagrams, Single Line Diagrams, I/O schedules, Cable Schedules and Termination drawings** Demonstrate understanding of relevant **legislation and standards**, including **BS 7671 Wiring/Installation Regulations** and the **Low Voltage Directive (LVD)** Work collaboratively within **multidisciplinary teams** across a range of Defence project types Communicate effectively with **engineering colleagues and stakeholders****Experience & Qualifications** A **degree in Electrical, Instrumentation or Control Engineering**, or **HNC/HND with significant relevant experience** **Membership of (or working towards membership of)** a relevant professional institution such as the **IET or IMC** Strong understanding of **EC&I engineering fundamentals** and **control system architecture development** Good working knowledge of **CAD tools** used in EC&I design Experience working within a **detailed design environment** Ability to produce **clear, accurate and high-quality engineering documentation** Effective **communication skills** and the ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines Work on nationally significant, technically complex projects Strong career development and progression opportunities Collaborative, professional engineering environment Opportunity to make a real impact in energy, defence and infrastructure**\*\*Security clearance\*\***This role requires the successful candidate to hold a minimum of a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance.Due to the nature of work this role will be delivering and for the protection of certain assets, the successful candidate has to be a UK national or in MoD approved cases a Dual National from a non-ITAR country.We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.