Electrical Engineer – Cabling Layout

ASSYSTEM; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their Bristol team. In this hybrid role, you will manage layouts of small power equipment and work closely with suppliers to ensure design compliance and delivery. This position demands a strong understanding of electrical standards and experience in power or distribution system design. You will be part of a dynamic environment contributing to projects aimed at shaping the UK’s low-carbon energy future.

Benefits

Hybrid Working Opportunity

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)

25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays

Professional fees reimbursed

Employee referral scheme

Competitive Sick Pay

Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover

Free Digital Gym Access

24/7 Employee Support Line

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is essential.
• Experience in small power or distribution system design required.
• Familiarity with British/European electrical standards is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Manage layout and interface of small power equipment.
• Deliver design of local cable trays and routing plans.
• Review supplier documents and coordinate feedback.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Supplier Interface Coordination

Small Power Equipment Design

Understanding of British/European Electrical Standards

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline

Job description

⚡️💡 About Assystem
At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the global energy transition. With more than 7,500 Switchers worldwide, we combine engineering excellence and project management with digital innovation to deliver landmark projects like Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C and emerging SMR programmes. In the UK, our engineers are shaping the future of clean, secure energy through pioneering design and collaboration.

🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?
You’ll be joining one of the world’s three largest nuclear engineering companies, working alongside leading experts in energy and infrastructure. At Assystem, your future team will support your technical growth while you contribute to projects driving the UK’s low‑carbon future.

Job Description

🚀 The Job Mission
This is a hybrid role based at our Bristol (Aztec West) office, typically three days per week. We can only consider candidates living within a commutable distance, though relocation support may be available.
You’ll be part of the electrical engineering team managing small power equipment layouts and supplier interfaces, ensuring technical quality, compliance, and timely delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Manage layout and interface of small power equipment
• Deliver design of local cable trays and routing plans
• Review supplier documents and coordinate contributor feedback
• Resolve technical issues and supplier clarifications promptly
• Track modifications, non-conformities and site-based changes
• Oversee risks, open points and design change management
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams to align electrical input

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline
• Experience in small power or distribution system design
• Understanding of British/European electrical standards
• Proven experience reviewing supplier technical documentation
• Knowledge of equipment layout, routing and installation drawings
• Background in nuclear, power generation or heavy industrial projects
• Familiarity with design change and modification management processes
• Ability to coordinate between suppliers and engineering teams

Additional Information

🌟 Join us at Assystem and be part of a global team delivering some of the most exciting and complex engineering projects in the world. This is your chance to shape the UK’s energy future while developing your expertise in a unique environment.

Benefits include:
🏡 Hybrid Working Opportunity
🕒 Flexible working hours
🛡️ Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
🏖️ 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
💼 Professional fees reimbursed
💰 Employee referral scheme
🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
🏥 Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in‑Service Cover
💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert‑led fitness classes
📞 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help

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.