Electrical Engineer - Nuclear

AtkinsRéalis; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks an Electrical Engineer to join their Nuclear division in Manchester. This role encompasses a range of responsibilities, including designing electrical systems for nuclear energy projects and collaborating with a diverse team. The company values flexibility, supports career development, and promotes diversity within a professional environment.

Benefits

Flexible holidays

Health & wellbeing benefits

Career planning support

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to produce and review technical reports.
• Experience in relevant electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Designing Electrical solutions for new nuclear stations and facilities.
• Conducting safety substantiation and producing technical reports.
• Collaborating within office/site environments.

Skills

Power distribution

Protection studies

Lighting

UPS

Motors

Education

Relevant degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Nuclear, Manchester

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 66e0ff3534da

Job Views: 9

Posted: 17.06.2025

Expiry Date: 01.08.2025

Job Description

Are you good at juggling things to meet changing demands and find the best solution for your needs?

Do you enjoy solving complex problems and stretching out of your comfort zone?

You’ll enjoy working with clients, colleagues and stakeholders, building strong relationships to ensure the successful delivery of your projects. You’ll be a natural at simplifying complex ideas and producing drawings and writing reports to convey your proposed solutions. You’ll also be aware of your limitations and know when to look for help and support from others.

This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects covering a broad range of clients from Nuclear New Build, Decommissioning, existing Nuclear Generation and Nuclear Fusion. This is an opportunity for you to take the next step in your career as you’ll be rapidly trusted with more responsibility.

About your team

The focus of our Nuclear & Power business is our people and through them building and developing new long-term relationships with clients in the sector, of which we hold a number of long-term framework contracts through which we deliver our clients' work.

You’ll be part of a diverse Electrical, Control & Instrumentation team; we pride ourselves on coming from over 10 different countries with wide-ranging educational backgrounds. You will enjoy access to the industry’s most significant players, and you’ll have a varied work diet with the possibility to get involved in non-technical areas should you be interested.

We support flexible / hybrid working; discuss your ideal working arrangement with us, including options like reduced weeks or additional leave during school holidays. If returning from a career break, we can help you transition back into work.

Your purpose

The role involves designing Electrical solutions for new nuclear stations, fusion research facilities, supporting existing nuclear fleet operations, and decommissioning nuclear sites.

Daily activities may include

• Requirement identification and equipment specification
• Conceptual Design & Feasibility Studies
• Front-End Engineering Design
• Detailed Design
• Test witnessing
• Safety Substantiation
• Producing technical reports, procedures, and drawings
• Reviewing technical documentation and drawings
• Resolving technical issues

Assist in bid and proposal production as well.

You will work collaboratively in an office/site environment for at least half of your week to benefit from team experience and drive innovation.

What can you bring?

• Relevant degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• Experience in power distribution, protection studies, lighting, earthing, UPS, batteries, ventilation, backup generation, motors, etc.
• Ability to produce and review technical reports
• Motivated to meet delivery and cost targets without compromising quality
• Awareness of technical limitations and support-seeking behavior
• Understanding of commercial and client management principles
• Progress towards chartership with a relevant professional body

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We support UK’s Net Zero target by 2050 through our nuclear and clean energy projects, developing secure, sustainable energy systems, and innovative technologies.

Meeting your needs

Enjoy a tailored Total Reward package, flexible holidays, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning support. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting staff with flexible policies and employee networks.

About us

AtkinsRéalis is a global consultancy with over 100 years of engineering expertise, committed to delivering projects with positive, sustainable impacts.

Additional Information

This role may require security clearance, dependent on UKSV vetting processes. Do not disclose or include current or previous security clearances in your application.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community, valuing applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

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