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Senior Electrical Engineer

£52k - £67k per annum
Full-time
Job Description

Overview

Are you inspired to deliver electrical engineering solutions that leave a legacy for future generations?
At AtkinsRéalis, we're leading the charge in transforming the global energy landscape. From pioneering nuclear new-build projects like Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and next generation Small Modular Reactors, to advancing the future of fusion and supporting the safe operation and decommissioning of existing power stations, we're shaping a cleaner, safer and more sustainable world.

Your role

You'll take a leading role in delivering complex, multidisciplinary projects across the nuclear and power sector. Expect to:
  • Lead the design, analysis and optimisation of electrical systems throughout nuclear project lifecycles, from feasibility studies and concept through FEED and Detailed Design.
  • Produce and review feasibility studies , calculations, models, technical reports, specifications and drawings.
  • Provide specialist consultancy advice on power station medium and high voltage apparatus.
  • Support construction, installation, commissioning and operational maintenance activities.
  • Designing and substantiating MV/ LV power distribution networks; specifying Electrical plant and equipment to meet process objectives.
  • Delivery of plant assessments and life extension studies to help clients make critical investment decisions.
  • Act as a responsible technical leader - guiding teams, reviewing design work, managing technical risk, change control and driving excellence.
  • Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary colleagues and build strong, trusted relationships with clients.
  • Contribute to bids, proposals and safety initiatives, alongside supporting recruitment efforts and providing mentorship to early-career engineers to help grow capability across the team.
About you

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar (Chartered or working toward it).
  • Strong experience in a safety critical sector.
  • Confident leading technical delivery and guiding teams.
  • Skilled communicator with experience working both independently or as part of a team across mlutiple projects, sites and disciplines.
  • Knowledge of electrical networks, condition monitoring, or plant operations is a plus.
Indicative salary range: £52k - £67k, subject to experience.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

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Job Type
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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
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