EC&I Technician

Full Job Description

Job Summary

A growing engineering organisation is seeking an electrically focused E&I Technician with a solid mechanical awareness to support an expanding range of industrial projects across the UK and Ireland.

This position is primarily electrical in nature, with instrumentation and electro-mechanical systems forming a key part of the role. The successful applicant will be comfortable working across both electrical and instrumentation disciplines while contributing to the delivery of industrial control and automation solutions as part of a professional engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine inspection and maintenance of instrumentation and robotic systems to ensure performance and reliability.

• Fault finding, testing, and maintaining industrial robots and control systems.

• Working with PLC, PAC, and DCS panels, along with associated field instrumentation and devices.

• Supporting loop checks, commissioning activities, and functional testing of E&I systems.

• Interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, I/O lists, and CAD layouts.

• Diagnosing and resolving electrical, electronic, and instrumentation faults using technical documentation.

• Assisting with the installation, modification, and upgrade of control and instrumentation systems.

• Maintaining accurate records relating to testing, commissioning, maintenance, and system changes.

• Coordinating with engineers, supervisors, and site teams to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.

• Demonstrating a proactive and professional approach with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Time-served or recently qualified technician in Electrical or E&I Engineering.

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.

• HNC / HND in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Control Engineering (or equivalent).

• Strong communication skills with a safety-focused, professional attitude.

• Experience with robotics and motion control systems (advantageous).

Additional Information

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

• Location: Office-based in Cheshire with periodic site work across the UK

• Salary Range: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum

Benefits

• Company pension scheme

• Casual dress environment

• Free on-site parking