EC&I Designer

Assystem GmbH; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company in the energy transition as an Electrical Systems Engineer! You will be at the forefront of designing innovative electrical solutions for a revolutionary nuclear power plant. Collaborating with top engineering teams, you will define requirements, ensure compliance, and implement cutting-edge designs. This role offers the chance to contribute to a sustainable future while enjoying attractive benefits and ongoing training opportunities. With a hybrid work model and a commitment to diversity, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact in the nuclear engineering sector and help shape the future of energy.

Benefits

Attractive social benefits

Holiday bonuses

Ongoing training opportunities

Internal promotion opportunities

Engaging Employee Committee

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CDM Regulation and electrical requirements management.
• Experience in electrical power generation or the nuclear sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage electrical requirements and system architecture.
• Develop, analyze, and verify electrical system/component designs.

Skills

CDM Regulation application

Space management

Cable routing

Cable management

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

IBM DOORS

Job description

Assystem is a global leader committed to accelerating the energy transition. With 7,500 employees across 12 countries, we tackle the monumental task of switching to low-carbon energy. Our 55+ years of experience in highly regulated sectors ensure we deliver top-notch engineering, project management, and digital solutions.

Job Description

Join the Fusion and Modular Nuclear Business Unit! Drive the cutting-edge design and development of Electrical Systems for the revolutionary SMR nuclear power plant! From defining system architecture to selecting and specifying high-performance equipment, you’ll play a key role in delivering a fully verified, world-class power station. Collaborate with top engineering teams across the project and apply a structured systems engineering approach to bring innovative electrical solutions to life.

Your mission:

• Define & Manage Requirements – Review, translate, and document electrical requirements, constraints, and interfaces (e.g., IBM DOORS).
• Design & Implement Solutions – Develop, analyze, and verify electrical system/component designs, including modeling, simulation, and testing.
• Ensure Compliance & Quality – Work with Verification teams, conduct technical reviews, and maintain engineering standards.
• Support Strategy & Risk Management – Contribute to capacity planning, long-term goals, and risk mitigation.
• Develop & Share Knowledge – Create policies, tools, training, and provide expert guidance to teams.
• Collaborate & Represent – Engage with internal teams, regulators, clients, and suppliers to drive project success.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

• Over 55 years in nuclear engineering.
• Ranked among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies.
• Attractive social benefits, including an engaging Employee Committee and holiday bonuses.
• Ongoing training with numerous career opportunities.
• 70% of our managers are promoted internally!
• Hybrid work: 1-2 days remote per week.

My profile

• Proficiency in CDM Regulation application.
• Expertise in space management, cable routing, and cable management.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Degree in a relevant discipline.
• BPSS and SC required.
• Ability to travel to Assystem offices and customer sites within the UK.
• To undertake work packages supporting major UK and international Nuclear Clients.
• Previous experience in electrical power generation or the nuclear sector is an advantage.

Due to the nature of work to be undertaken, applicants will be required to meet certain residency criteria in order to attain a minimum level of UK security clearance if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.

Ready to make a difference in the nuclear engineering world? Join Assystem today!

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.