CE&I Safety System Design Engineer -Nuclear

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in the UK seeks a CE&I Safety System Design Engineer for a high-profile nuclear programme. The role includes delivering safety system design packages, supporting commissioning activities, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will possess a minimum HNC in an engineering discipline and over 3 years of experience in safety system design. The position offers £51-£55 per hour with a hybrid working model, ensuring a balance between on-site and remote work.

Benefits

Competitive pay (£51-£55/hour)

Hybrid working model

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience delivering CE&I Safety System design.
• Proven experience from concept design to handover.
• Working knowledge of relevant engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and checking CE&I Safety System design packages.
• Supporting and reviewing designs produced by team engineers.
• Providing technical support to Commissioning activities.

Skills

Safety System design experience

Strong communication skills

Experience with Commissioning

Collaborative mindset

Education

HNC or equivalent in Engineering

Incorporated Engineer status

Job description

CE&I Safety System Design Engineer

Silos MSSS SEP 1 & 2 | Nuclear & High-Hazard Environment

Warrington – Hybrid: 3 days on site

£51‑£55/hour | Inside IR35

Are you a CE&I Safety System Design Engineer looking to make a real impact on nationally significant infrastructure? This is a high-profile opportunity to join the Silos MSSS SEP 1 & 2 programme, working at the heart of safety‑critical design in a complex, regulated environment.

You’ll be part of a specialist CE&I design team, delivering and checking Safety System design packages that underpin safe operations – while also supporting commissioning activities and mentoring the next generation of engineers.

The Role

• Delivering and checking CE&I Safety System design packages to meet safety, functional and business requirements.
• Supporting and reviewing designs produced by other engineers within the team.
• Working across disciplines to ensure compliant, integrated solutions.
• Providing technical support to Commissioning activities.
• Supporting and developing early-career engineers.

This role offers a strong mix of hands‑on technical delivery, collaboration, and leadership within a highly respected programme.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Minimum HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
• Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards).
• 3+ years’ experience delivering CE&I Safety System design on external multi‑discipline projects.
• Proven experience from concept design through to handover.
• Working knowledge of relevant engineering standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience supporting Commissioning activities.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support junior engineers.

Desirable

• 5+ years’ experience delivering CE&I Safety System design on external and/or SL projects.
• Experience implementing new or modified safety requirements on existing systems.
• A pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach in complex, safety‑critical environments.

Why Apply?

• Work on a long‑term, high‑profile nuclear programme.
• Competitive £51‑£55/hour (Inside IR35).
• Hybrid working with a clear on‑site/remote balance.
• Be part of a technically strong, supportive engineering team.
• Opportunity to influence safety‑critical outcomes and mentor others.