Lead Infrastructure Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a 'Lead Infrastructure Engineer' focused on critical nuclear infrastructure projects in Glasgow. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in electrical systems to lead design initiatives, ensure compliance with safety standards, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. The successful candidate will contribute to significant projects that impact our nation's infrastructure while enjoying competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of design standards and practices in electrical engineering.
• Experience in the nuclear industry is advantageous.
• Proficient in high-risk project environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering workstreams and manage stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure design documents.
• Conduct technical reviews and assessments.

Skills

British & European design standards

High Voltage electrical systems

Low Voltage electrical systems

Concept design

Detailed design

Construction stages

Evaluation of electrical plant

Technical justifications

HVAC systems

SCADA systems

Education

BEng S.T.E.M degree

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Glasgow

Contract type: Permanent

Start Date: TBC

Salary: Competitive

We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore. Join a Leading Organisation in the Nuclear Industry

Role Details:

The purpose of the role is to lead engineering workstreams on the infrastructure with experience interfacing with electrical, mechanical, and civil disciplines by supporting Defence Infrastructure Organsisation (DIO) in the planning, oversight, supervision, and assessment of the production of the infrastructure design documentation. This will include planning for and supporting integration with internal project stakeholder groups as well as external customer stakeholder groups.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead working groups, meetings, and reviews with both consultants and contractors.
• Develop, assess, and maintain nuclear infrastructure design substantiation documents.
• Manage design changes, concessions, and technical justifications for modifications.
• Present design substantiations to nuclear safety committees.
• Develop and oversee Examination, Inspection, Maintenance & Testing (EIMT) schedules and procedures.
• Produce Periodic Reviews of Safety reports.
• Provide technical advice and direction to stakeholders.
• Conduct Independent Technical Review (ITA) and Independent Peer Review (IPR).
• Apply engineering principles to nuclear and high-risk environments.
• Review contractor reports, safety case submissions, calculations, and technical documents.

Key Requirements:

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of British & European design standards and working practices.
• Expertise in High Voltage & Low Voltage electrical systems.
• Skilled in concept design, detailed design, and construction stages across various electrical engineering projects (ideally including industrial/maritime).
• Experienced in evaluating electrical plant and equipment to withstand hazards.
• Proficient in authorising technical justifications and documentation for design modifications in high-hazard industries.
• Familiar with pumps, generators, HVAC, SCADA, PAVA systems, and related industrial equipment.
• Proven track record of providing electrical engineering input in complex projects, particularly within defence or maritime sectors.

Desirable:

• Experience within a high risk environment, such as UK nuclear industry (energy or defence), particularly in the design and assessment safety related structures, systems and components.
• Familiarity with safety case development techniques.
• Knowledge of UK and US nuclear industry regulation and practice and application of relevant nuclear specific codes and standards.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• BEng S.T.E.M degree or similar with equivalent experience.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or equivalent experience.

Desirable:

• Safety case related training or experience.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the nuclear industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.