EC&I Test Engineer
ALTEN
Full-time
On-site
Derby England United Kingdom
Company Description
Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference?
You could be one of our 54k+ colleagues in over 30 countries working on inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!
Job Description
What will you be doing?
We’re seeking an Senior EC&I Engineer to take the reins of testing strategy and execution for a large-scale infrastructure programme within a regulated domain such as nuclear, defence, or energy. This position demands a hands-on leader capable of setting clear testing direction, crafting technical documentation, and working closely with third-party suppliers to guarantee quality and compliance.
Your main responsibilities will be:
Develop robust test frameworks and methodologies for control and instrumentation systems.
Create comprehensive verification procedures aligned with system functionality and regulatory expectations.
Collaborate directly with external vendors and partners to ensure precise and timely delivery of test programmes.
Provide authoritative oversight on supplier-led testing; review, critique, and approve technical work as necessary.
Take charge of commissioning phases and generate the full suite of quality assurance and validation documents.
Ensure all testing activities align with the overarching safety case, technical specs, and programme quality benchmarks.
Who are we looking for?
Extensive expertise in EC&I engineering within a regulated or high-integrity sector.
Strong hands-on knowledge across:
Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
SCADA and HMI technologies
Industrial instrumentation and sensors
Low-voltage switchgear and control assemblies
You are...
Passionate about engineering
result-oriented
proactive
Qualifications
Experience, skills and qualifications required:
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.
Relevant experience in an EC&I role within regulated sectors (e.g., nuclear, energy, defence, or aerospace).
Experienced in drafting and reviewing technical testing deliverables, such as verification plans, commissioning evidence, and QA records.
Additional Information
Why join us?
We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.
Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.
We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.
Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!
In short you get:
A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
A competitive salary
Private Medical Insurance
Pension Scheme
Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
Flexible way of working (role dependent)
Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference?
You could be one of our 54k+ colleagues in over 30 countries working on inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!
Job Description
What will you be doing?
We’re seeking an Senior EC&I Engineer to take the reins of testing strategy and execution for a large-scale infrastructure programme within a regulated domain such as nuclear, defence, or energy. This position demands a hands-on leader capable of setting clear testing direction, crafting technical documentation, and working closely with third-party suppliers to guarantee quality and compliance.
Your main responsibilities will be:
Develop robust test frameworks and methodologies for control and instrumentation systems.
Create comprehensive verification procedures aligned with system functionality and regulatory expectations.
Collaborate directly with external vendors and partners to ensure precise and timely delivery of test programmes.
Provide authoritative oversight on supplier-led testing; review, critique, and approve technical work as necessary.
Take charge of commissioning phases and generate the full suite of quality assurance and validation documents.
Ensure all testing activities align with the overarching safety case, technical specs, and programme quality benchmarks.
Who are we looking for?
Extensive expertise in EC&I engineering within a regulated or high-integrity sector.
Strong hands-on knowledge across:
Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
SCADA and HMI technologies
Industrial instrumentation and sensors
Low-voltage switchgear and control assemblies
You are...
Passionate about engineering
result-oriented
proactive
Qualifications
Experience, skills and qualifications required:
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.
Relevant experience in an EC&I role within regulated sectors (e.g., nuclear, energy, defence, or aerospace).
Experienced in drafting and reviewing technical testing deliverables, such as verification plans, commissioning evidence, and QA records.
Additional Information
Why join us?
We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.
Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.
We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.
Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!
In short you get:
A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
A competitive salary
Private Medical Insurance
Pension Scheme
Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
Flexible way of working (role dependent)