Principal C&I Engineer

Principal C&I Engineer Manchester (Hybrid - 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home) | Up to £65 per Hour Ltd (Outside IR35) | 12-Month Contract | 40-Hour Week | ASAP Start We're recruiting for an experienced Principal C&I Engineer to support a major nuclear fuel enrichment programme. This is a long-term contract offering hybrid working and a competitive £65 per hour Ltd (Outside IR35) rate. The Role You'll lead C&I design activities across the full project lifecycle, providing technical leadership, managing multidisciplinary interfaces, reviewing and approving designs, and mentoring engineers to deliver high-quality engineering solutions on safety-critical projects. Essential Experience Extensive C&I engineering design experience across the full project lifecycle. Strong knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (IEC 61511 & IEC 61508). Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams. Knowledge of instrumentation installation within hazardous/explosive process environments. Understanding of ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance. Experience with engineering risk management, HSE requirements, project reporting, KPIs and change management. Good understanding of UK engineering regulations, including CDM. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Current SC or BPSS Clearance, or the ability to obtain SC Clearance. Desirable Previous experience working on nuclear fuel enrichment projects or within the wider nuclear industry. Experience working on highly regulated process plants. Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng). Valid Safety Passport or equivalent. Qualifications Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent industry experience. Contract Details Location: Manchester (3 days office / 2 days home) Start: ASAP Duration: 12 months Hours: 40 per week Rate: Up to £65 per hour Ltd (Outside IR35)If you're an experienced Principal C&I Engineer with nuclear experience and security clearance, we'd like to hear from you