C&I Engineer

SNC-Lavalin; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an Intermediate Control & Instrumentation Engineer to support high-quality C&I design solutions for various engineering projects. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and contributing to control systems design. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, experience in C&I design, and strong analytical skills. This position offers competitive salaries and benefits within a hybrid working culture.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Flexible holiday allowances

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in C&I design within engineering or industrial sectors.
• Familiarity with Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, ABB platforms.
• Knowledge of functional safety and SIL lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Support process engineering teams in P&ID development.
• Contribute to design and documentation of control system architectures.
• Participate in safety-related reviews and ensure compliance.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Ability to work independently

Proactive approach to learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC/DCS platforms

Job description

Job Description

Overview

The AtkinsRéalis Nuclear PNB EC&I Team in the UK is currently seeking a motivated and technically proficient Intermediate Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality C&I design solutions across a range of engineering projects. This role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful integration of instrumentation and control systems within complex process environments.

Your role

Design Development

• Support process engineering teams in the development and review of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Assist in the selection and specification of field instrumentation, including flow, pressure, temperature, and level measurement devices.
• Develop and maintain instrument data sheets, loop diagrams, and control philosophies.

Control Systems Engineering

• Contribute to the design and documentation ofPLC,DCS, andSCADAsystem architectures, including I/O allocation, communication protocols, and network topologies.
• Prepare detailedcontrol system specifications, covering both hardware and software requirements for PLCs, DCS, and SCADA platforms.
• Support the development ofcontrol room layoutsandHMI/SCADA interface designs, ensuring ergonomic, operational, and cybersecurity best practices are followed.

Safety and Compliance

• Participate in HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies, SIL assessments, and other safety-related reviews.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements, and project specifications.

Project Documentation

• Compile and maintain instrument indexes, I/O lists, and signal schedules.
• Prepare and review technical documentation for procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.

Collaboration and Support

• Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and process engineers to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Provide technical support during installation, testing, and commissioning phases of projects.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree inElectrical Engineering,Instrumentation Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience inC&I designwithin the engineering, energy, or industrial sectors.
• Familiarity with PLC/DCS platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, ABB, or equivalent systems.
• Experience withAutoCAD, or similar design tools is desirable.
• Solid understanding of relevant engineering standards, includingIEC,BS, and applicable industry regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proactive approach to learning and professional development.

Additional experience that would be an advantage

• Experience working innuclear,renewables, or otherprocess-intensive industries.
• Knowledge offunctional safetyandSIL lifecycle management.
• Familiarity withcybersecurity considerationsin control and SCADA systems.

Reward & 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.

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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.

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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.

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