Electrical Engineer – Nuclear Interfaces

Assystem GmbH; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company focused on accelerating the energy transition. This role as an Electrical Engineer involves supporting a major nuclear power plant project, ensuring compliance and collaboration across contracts. You will review supplier documentation, assist in technical queries, and contribute to improving processes. With a commitment to diversity and innovation, this dynamic environment offers opportunities for skill development and impactful contributions to the UK nuclear sector. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

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

25 days’ paid annual leave

Professional fees reimbursed

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Experience with electrical cabinet design and technical documentation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review supplier documents for compliance with electrical standards.
• Support validation of deliverables against contractual scope.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Technical Documentation

Knowledge of BS7671

Knowledge of IEC 60909

Experience in Nuclear Sector

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Nuclear Interfaces

About Assystem

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. In the UK, we’re supporting some of the most complex nuclear engineering projects ever undertaken. With 7,500+ Switchers globally, we blend our deep engineering expertise with digital innovation to meet our clients’ evolving challenges. Join us as we shape a sustainable future.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

Assystem is one of the top three largest nuclear engineering companies globally. When you join us, you’ll become part of a dynamic community working on impactful, long-term energy projects. You’ll collaborate with experienced teams, develop your skills, and contribute to high-profile missions across the UK nuclear sector.

Job Description

The Job Mission
This role supports a major UK-based nuclear power plant project. You’ll review and support interface documentation for electrical systems. Your future team ensures clarity, compliance, and collaboration across contracts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Review supplier documents for compliance with cabling and electrical standards
• Support validation of deliverables against contractual scope and design codes
• Assist engineering leads in resolving supplier and client technical queries
• Contribute to discussions on electrical interface scope and documentation
• Help maintain IEG interface documents with updated scope references
• Liaise with contract teams to track and close minor scope gaps
• Support the annual report process on electrical component allocation
• Engage with lessons learned to improve documentation and processes

My profile

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with electrical cabinet design, cabling or installation specs
• Exposure to reviewing or producing technical documentation
• Knowledge of how large energy or industrial projects are delivered
• Good attention to detail and collaborative mindset
• Able to communicate effectively across multi-disciplinary teams
• Familiarity with BS7671 and IEC 60909
• Some experience within the nuclear sector is beneficial
• Understanding of RCC-E and key technical reference standards
• Basic knowledge of interface documentation processes
• Experience working with suppliers or contractors
• Comfortable navigating technical standards and codes

Benefits include:

• Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
• 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• Professional fees reimbursed

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.