Electrical Engineer - Communications & Cabling

Energy Job Search Limited; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Bridgwater seeks a specialist to oversee low-voltage communications systems. You will act as the technical interface focusing on Public Address and IT systems, ensuring effective designs and interfaces between suppliers. Candidates should possess a degree in a relevant engineering field, experience in IT/Telecom, and a background in design review. This role offers a variety of benefits like hybrid working, generous leave policy, and professional development opportunities.

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

• You must have a degree in Electrical, Communications, or related Engineering.
• Proven experience in IT/Telecom or low-voltage communications systems.
• Strong skills in design review and interface management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee low-voltage communications systems as a technical interface.
• Review supplier design deliverables ensuring compliance.
• Manage interface management between suppliers on cabling and containment.

Skills

Degree in Electrical, Communications, or related Engineering discipline

Experience in IT/Telecom or low-voltage communications systems

Strong understanding of cabling, routing, and containment principles

Proof background in design review and interface management

Ability to assess risks and challenge design requirements constructively

Confident communicator across multidisciplinary teams

Tools

Navisworks

Job description

Company Description

Assystem is an international engineering and digital services group, ranked in the top three nuclear engineering companies in the world. In the UK, we're accelerating the energy transition through landmark projects like Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and emerging SMR programmes. Our 7,500 Switchers combine engineering excellence with cutting‑edge digital tools to deliver complex infrastructure that powers a cleaner, more secure energy future.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

When you join Assystem, you become part of one of the world's top three nuclear engineering companies. You'll be joining a vibrant and collaborative community committed to supporting the delivery of major low‑carbon energy projects. Whether it's technical innovation or personal development, you'll be part of a culture that helps you grow.

Job Description

The Job Mission

This is a site‑based role with office presence in Bridgwater, and relocation support is available for those moving closer. You will oversee specialist low‑voltage communications systems—Public Address & Voice Alarm (PAVA), Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), and IT/Telecom cabling (RJ45, racks, containment). Acting on behalf of the client, you won't perform detailed design but will review, manage, and challenge requirements to ensure systems are practical, safe, and constructible. Your work will span from design review to construction support, managing interfaces between multiple designers and contractors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Act as the technical interface for DTV, PAVA, DAS, and IT/Telecom systems.
• Review supplier design deliverables in PDF/2D, ensuring compliance with standards and project requirements.
• Use Navisworks to review 3D integration and assess constructability.
• Manage and challenge Responsible Designer requirements (e.g. socket/telephone spacing, speaker placement).
• Oversee interface management between suppliers (e.g. Telent and INEO) on cabling lengths and containment.
• Support low‑voltage systems integration decisions, assessing risks and providing guidance.
• Ensure technical queries are resolved in a timely and effective manner.
• Collaborate with contractors, internal teams, and stakeholders to align designs with project needs.
• Produce clear technical reports and maintain change control processes.
• Provide support during installation and ensure design solutions remain feasible on site.

Qualifications

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Communications, or related Engineering discipline
• Experience in IT/Telecom or low‑voltage communications systems
• Proven background in design review and interface management
• Strong understanding of cabling, routing, and containment principles
• Ability to assess risks and challenge design requirements constructively
• Confident communicator across multidisciplinary teams

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of PAVA and DAS systems
• Familiarity with Navisworks or 3D model review tools
• Experience on major regulated projects (energy, defence, transport, or infrastructure)
• Exposure to site‑based engineering and construction activities

Additional Information

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the UK's most exciting nuclear project, with exposure to cutting‑edge commissioning work. You'll join a supportive team environment where growth and upskilling are encouraged—preparing you for future opportunities in SMRs and beyond.

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.