Plant Computing Lead - Leiston, IP16 4JX

EDF Energy; Akenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider is seeking a dedicated candidate to lead the plant computing capability for Sizewell C. This role involves building and leading a team, defining the plant computing strategy, and ensuring systems support safe operation. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of industrial control systems and experience in operational environments, particularly in nuclear settings. This is a full-time, permanent position based in Suffolk with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

28 days annual leave, increasing with service

Up to 5% annual bonus

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of industrial control systems, including hardware and software.
• Understanding of nuclear safety culture and regulatory compliance.
• Experience using asset management systems and data reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of plant computing capability.
• Build and lead the plant computing team.
• Define and deliver plant computing strategy.

Skills

Industrial control systems knowledge

Engineering or scientific discipline

Nuclear safety culture understanding

Team leadership in high pressure settings

Asset management systems experience

Data reporting tools experience

Education

HNC or degree in relevant engineering or scientific discipline

Job description

Role Summary

Reporting to the Engineering Programme Manager within Pre-Operations, you will lead the development of plant computing capability for Sizewell C. This includes building and leading the plant computing team, defining strategy, processes and standards, and ensuring systems are ready to support safe, efficient operation of the station. You will work closely with Instrumentation and Control, Engineering, Operations, Maintenance and Commissioning teams, representing the needs of the future operator and bringing operational thinking into every stage of delivery. This role sits at the heart of the project and will influence how plant computing maintenance, reliability and obsolescence management are planned and delivered for years to come.

Responsibilities

• Building and leading the Plant Computing team through construction, commissioning and into operations
• Defining and delivering the plant computing strategy in an industrial control system environment
• Integrating with I&C systems, control rooms, safety related systems and simulators
• Working alongside commissioning teams to bring the plant safely into service
• Developing plant computing processes aligned to regulatory requirements and industry best practice
• Acting as owner and customer for digital and IT tools used by the operational station
• Developing maintenance schedules, managing budgets and controlling plant computing risks
• Learning from and aligning with proven approaches used at Hinkley Point C
• Representing the future operator in project forums and decision making
• Leading by example and modelling the highest standards of nuclear professionalism

Qualifications

• An HNC or degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of industrial control systems, including hardware, software, signal processing and logic diagrams
• Understanding of nuclear safety culture, regulatory compliance and quality standards
• Experience of commissioning and operational environments, ideally on a nuclear site
• Experience using asset management systems and data reporting tools
• A track record of leading, developing and motivating teams in complex, high pressure settings
• The confidence to engage with senior stakeholders and challenge constructively

Why join Sizewell C

You will be part of a nationally significant project with long term impact. You will have the chance to shape how a nuclear power station operates from day one, supported by experienced engineers, strong governance and access to world class training and expertise. If you are excited by the idea of building something that will last, leading people through change, and putting your mark on the future of plant computing at Sizewell C, we would love to hear from you.

Location & Contract

Location: London, Leiston (Suffolk) or Ipswich (Suffolk) – full‑time presence required. Contract: Permanent, full‑time.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: c£70k depending on experience
• Annual Leave: 28 days per annum, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service, plus bank holidays.
• Bonus: Up to 5% annual bonus.
• Pension: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution.
• Other Benefits: Employer contribution, flexible benefits, additional allowance for a variety of benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity

We encourage and embrace diversity and how it can improve our experience and performance at work. It is a requirement that those who join us have the right to work in the UK. Whilst sponsorship may be a possibility that we can explore, we are fully committed to local recruitment where possible, and those already holding the right to work in the UK.

Security & Vetting

To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will ordinarily require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years.

Privacy & Data Sharing

By submitting an application to this role, you acknowledge that you have read and understood Sizewell C’s employee privacy policy and EDF’s employee privacy policy. EDF will be processing and sharing information about your application on behalf of Sizewell C.