Electrical Engineer (Radioprotection)

ALTEN; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Radioprotection to join their team in Bristol. You will be involved in the development of nuclear-grade instrumentation systems, ensuring compliance and support throughout the equipment lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in radioactivity detection systems. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects within a dynamic environment, providing opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Cycle-to-work Scheme

Flexible working options

Regular team gatherings and events

Qualifications

• Proven experience with radioactivity detection systems and nuclear-grade instrumentation.
• Familiarity with nuclear standards like RCC-E, BS7671, IEC 60909.
• Strong documentation and review skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support during design and procurement phases.
• Monitor manufacture and ensure compliance of equipment.
• Conduct detailed reviews of supplier documents.

Skills

Technical clarification

Document review

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nuclear Physics

Professional training in nuclear instrumentation

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ALTEN

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Bristol, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

22.06.2025

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06.08.2025

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Job Description

We are seeking anElectrical Engineer (Radioprotection) to support the development and delivery of nuclear-grade radioprotection and instrumentation systems for a long-term programme within the energy sector. You’ll be contributing to the assurance, procurement, and installation of complex safety-critical equipment used in radioactivity monitoring and protection. Working closely with supplier and client stakeholders, you’ll apply your expertise across the full equipment lifecycle—from design and documentation to delivery and on-site validation.

What will you be doing?

• Provide technical clarification and support to resolve supplier and client queries across the design, procurement, and delivery phases.
• Monitor the manufacture, testing, and Delivery to Site (DTS) of electrical and radiological equipment, ensuring compliance with contract specifications.
• Conduct detailed reviews of supplier documents, including surveillance reports, technical specifications, and change requests.
• Manage and track contractual risks, design changes, and exemption requests, ensuring project alignment through dedicated tools.
• Interface with multiple engineering disciplines to ensure adherence to nuclear standards and radiological protection requirements.
• Support technical assessments and participate in on-site validation activities and documentation processes.
• Experiencewith Hydrogen detection systems.

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in nuclear physics, electrical engineering, or a relevant physics-based discipline.
• Proven experience with radioactivity detection systems and nuclear-grade instrumentation.
• Familiarity with standards such as RCC-E, NFC15-100, NF C 13-200, BS7671, or IEC 60909.
• Understanding of fire detection, instrumentation procurement, and engineering processes in regulated environments.
• Strong documentation and technical review skills using structured project tools.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working on radiological protection systems, equipment handovers, and nuclear project delivery.
• Knowledge of contractual tools, interface management, and supplier technical documentation processes..

Qualifications

Experience, skills and qualifications required:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nuclear Physics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related technical field.
• Professional training or certification in nuclear instrumentation, radioprotection, or electrical safety standards is advantageous.
• Exposure to UK nuclear industry practices and associated regulatory frameworks is beneficial.
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in nuclear engineering or instrumentation design is a plus.

Additional Information

Why join us?

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private MedicalInsurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)