EC&I System Design Engineer - Nuclear

ALTEN; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & Pension Scheme

Social atmosphere & team buildings

Flexible way of working

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an experienced Control System Design Engineer with a PES background. The role focuses on PES-based control system designs and modifications, ensuring compliance with CE&I standards across the project lifecycle from concept to handover in Warrington.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years delivering PES-based designs in regulated environments, holds an Engineering degree (or military-equivalent), and demonstrates strong communication.

Qualifications

• 3+ years delivering PES-based control system designs on multidisciplinary projects.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in highly regulated industries (nuclear, defence, energy, utilities, or process).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review PES-based control system designs and modifications.
• Produce high-quality CE&I design documentation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards and project requirements.
• Provide technical support during commissioning activities.
• Participate in design reviews and technical assurance activities.
• Mentor junior engineers where appropriate.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to meet project objectives.

Skills

PES-based control system design

Incorporated Engineer (IEng)

Strong communication skills

Commissioning support

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering

Equivalent military experience

Job description

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow's world-today.

Join us and start building tomorrow's world today!

Job Description

Are you an experienced Control System Design Engineer with a background in Programmable Electronic Systems (PES) and CE&I design? We are looking for a talented engineer to support the delivery of complex engineering projects within a highly regulated environment.

You will be responsible for delivering and checking PES-based Control System designs and modifications, ensuring solutions meet functional and business requirements while complying with relevant engineering standards. Working across the full project lifecycle, you will contribute from concept design through to final handover in Warrington.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and review PES-based Control System designs and modifications.


• Produce high-quality CE&I design documentation.


• Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards and project requirements.


• Provide technical support during commissioning activities.


• Participate in design reviews and technical assurance activities.


• Support and mentor junior engineers where appropriate.


• Work closely with a range of engineering disciplines to deliver project objectives.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status or equivalent professional qualification.


• At least 3 years' experience delivering PES-based Control System designs on multidisciplinary projects from concept through to handover.


• Working knowledge of relevant engineering standards and design processes.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Experience providing technical support during commissioning.


• Willingness to support and mentor early-career engineers.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, or equivalentmilitary experience.


• 3+ years' experience delivering PES-based Control System designs on multidisciplinary projects.


• Experience within highly regulated industries such as nuclear, defence, energy, utilities, or process industries.


• Strong understanding of applicable engineering standards and best practices.

Additional Information

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you'll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style


• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries


• Private MedicalInsurance


• Employee assistance programme


• Life insurance & Pension Scheme


• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings &team buildings


• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

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