Electrical Engineer for Nuclear & Critical Infrastructure

Assystem; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks an Electrical Engineer in Plymouth to deliver high-quality engineering work for nuclear and non-nuclear projects. Responsibilities include managing technical deliverables, supporting site inspections, and supervising junior staff. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree, with chartered status preferred. The role offers benefits including annual leave, pension contributions, and healthcare support.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

8% company pension contributions

Healthcare cash-plan for medical expenses

Employee assistance programme for mental health

Payment of professional membership fees

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant engineering degree or HND.
• Chartered Engineer status preferred; experience in nuclear/marine systems valuable.
• Understanding of electrical building services design is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing technical deliverables of Electrical Engineering packages.
• Prepare and check designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Support site inspections and ensure compliance with design intent.

Skills

Electrical building services design (fire alarms, lighting, PA, HVAC, etc.)

Strong understanding of Health & Safety, Design, and Quality procedures

Experience managing complex designs through the full project lifecycle

Expertise in engineering design practice & relevant safety protocols

Familiarity with engineering office software tools

Education

Degree or HND in a relevant engineering discipline

Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership

Nuclear Introductory Course or equivalent knowledge

Job description

A leading engineering firm seeks an Electrical Engineer in Plymouth to deliver high-quality engineering work for nuclear and non-nuclear projects. Responsibilities include managing technical deliverables, supporting site inspections, and supervising junior staff. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree, with chartered status preferred. The role offers benefits including annual leave, pension contributions, and healthcare support.