Electrical Engineer - Cable Routing in Bristol, United Kingdom

Energy Jobline CVL; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Bristol is seeking an Electrical Engineer (Cable Routing) to support infrastructure on a Nuclear Project. The role involves designing cable routing for critical systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates have 2-12 years of electrical engineering experience and strong communication skills, fostering a commitment to personal and professional development.

Benefits

Private Medical & Travel Insurance

Pension Scheme

Cycle-to-work Scheme

Flexible working options

Social atmosphere and team gatherings

Qualifications

• Engineers with 2-12 years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.
• Interest in working within highly regulated environments like energy.
• Eager to learn from experienced engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cable routing structures for electrical systems.
• Interpret diagrams to ensure compliant routing.
• Support senior engineers in cable tray and duct layout.

Skills

Cable types understanding

Routing tools familiarity

Strong communication skills

Job description

Company Description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide. We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Description

ALTEN UK is seeking a Electrical Engineer (Cable Routing) to support key infrastructure on a major programme within a Nuclear Project in Bristol. You’ll play a hands‑on role in structuring and managing the flow of electrical and instrumentation cables, contributing to the safe and efficient routing of critical systems. This is a fantastic entry point into high‑integrity engineering environments with real‑world impact.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cable routing structures for power, I&C (Instrumentation and Control), and other electrical systems.
• Interpret layout and electrical diagrams to ensure accurate and compliant routing from point A to endpoint.
• Support senior engineers in the layout and integration of cable trays, ducts, and penetrations across facilities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cable routing aligns with system architecture and site requirements.
• Perform basic checks for separation, bundling, and interconnectivity to ensure compliance with safety and technical standards.
• Contribute to documentation and support handover preparation for routed cabling systems.

Qualifications

• Engineers with 2‑12 years of experience in an electrical engineering or related field.
• Understanding of cable types including power cables, control cables, and I&C cables.
• Interest in working within highly regulated and technical environments such as energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with routing tools, schematics, and physical layout coordination.
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn from experienced engineering teams.

Desirable Skills

• Coursework or experience in cable routing, site layouts, or electrical infrastructure design.
• Exposure to energy or industrial projects (nuclear, power, infrastructure) is a bonus but not essential.

Additional Information

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently. Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities. We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.

Why Join Us?

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

In Short You Get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style.
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers.
• A huge portfolio of engineering projects and industries.
• A competitive salary.
• Private Medical & Travel Insurance.
• Pension Scheme.
• Cycle-to-work Scheme and many additional benefits.
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings.
• Flexible way of working (role dependent).

How to Apply

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