5 mistakes companies make when hiring engineers (and how to avoid them)
Hiring Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation (EC&I) engineers can be challenging, especially when demand for skilled professionals is so high. Even well-resourced businesses can find themselves struggling to secure the right people. At Technical Partners, we see the same mistakes repeated across the industry. More importantly, we help our clients avoid them, by making sure every stage […]
Why Shift Patterns Are Breaking Your Workforce (and What to Do About It)
When our teammate shared a post on LinkedIn about shift patterns in high-hazard industries, we didn’t expect it to go viral. But with over 40,000 views and a flood of comments, one thing became clear: shift patterns are breaking people and not just physically. In sectors like COMAH, work–life balance isn’t a luxury. It’s a […]
Mastering the Job Interview: Tips to Secure Your Next Role
Even the most experienced engineers can get caught off guard in a job interview, especially if it’s been a while since your last one. But with the right preparation and a clear understanding of what employers are looking for, you can walk in with confidence and walk out with an offer. Whether you’re interviewing for […]
Client Considerations for Field-Based Technicians and Engineers
Field-Based EC&I roles are becoming increasingly common, particularly across infrastructure, energy, defence, and manufacturing sectors. But managing these remote and site-based workers brings its own set of challenges. Whether your business is preparing for a shutdown, commissioning a new system, or sending technicians to a client site, it’s essential to provide the right structure, support, […]
Exploring Opportunities in COMAH Industries
COMAH sites, regulated under the Control of Major Accident Hazards, offer some of the most secure and rewarding environments for mechanical and multi-skilled engineers across the UK. Whether you’ve worked on high-risk sites before or are considering a move into this space, here’s what you need to know about the COMAH engineering jobs available, and […]
Working away from Home: What EC&I candidates need to know
If you’re an electrical, control, or instrumentation (EC&I) engineer, you’ve likely seen more roles asking for travel, overnight stays, or long-distance site work. Working away from home as an EC&I Engineer, is becoming more common across industries like power, defence, and manufacturing, especially for project-based assignments. While it isn’t for everyone, it can offer excellent […]
Five steps to crafting a standout CV
Your CV is the first impression you give to a potential employer, especially in fast-paced sectors like manufacturing, heavy industry, or energy, where hiring decisions are often made quickly. If you’re a mechanical or multi-skilled engineer looking to stand out, here are five practical ways to make your CV work harder for you. Put your […]
Avoiding burnout
In today’s fast-paced work environment, the pressure to excel can often lead to burnout—a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress. For professionals in demanding industries like commercial builds and COMAH (Control of Major Accident Hazards), maintaining productivity while safeguarding personal wellbeing is a critical challenge. Here, we explore practical strategies […]
What engineering candidates really want in a new role
We’ve seen a growing trend from the electrical, control, and instrumentation professionals we’re working with, that choosing a new role is no longer just about salary. In fact, there are many different factors that are influencing role selection, and we’ll explore the main ones in this article. Roles with real-world impact Regardless of sector and […]
Career networking
Networking is one of the most powerful tools for advancing your career. Whether you’re looking to break into the commercial build or COMAH (Control of Major Accident Hazards) industries, or seeking to climb the career ladder, building and maintaining professional relationships is essential. Networking isn’t just about landing your next job—it’s about creating lasting connections […]