Principal Electrical Services Engineer (Client Side 14018)

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nuclear sector is seeking a Principal Electrical Services Engineer to support dock readiness projects in Bristol. The role involves managing design work, overseeing a team, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and experience in complex design development.

Benefits

Private Medical Scheme

Employee Share Scheme

18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay

Holiday entitlement: 25 days

Personal Development & Further Education Support

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in an engineering discipline required.
• Experience in complex design development throughout the lifecycle.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and checking designs, analyzing reports, and specifications.
• Supervising and guiding junior staff.
• Communicating system capabilities to ensure high standards.

Skills

Health and safety procedures

Design development

Project specification

Engineering software proficiency

Education

Degree or HND in an engineering discipline

Chartered status or working towards it

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Principal Electrical Services Engineer (Client Side 14018) - Bristol

Client: NUVIA

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

Position – Principal Electrical Services Engineer

Location – Bristol

Travel – 2/3 days in Devonport or Bristol Office

Arrangement - Contracted (Inside IR35) or Staff

Salary – dependent on experience

NUVIA UK's Technical Services & Consulting department is expanding with hybrid opportunities across the country. We aim to build a multidisciplinary team to offer our clients the best talent.

BPSS clearance will be required at basic level. Prior clearance will not be transferable.

Supporting a key client, we seek Principal Electrical Service Engineers for dock readiness projects at a nuclear licensed site. Responsibilities include managing a small team, overseeing design work, and reviewing designs to ensure proper implementation.

Responsibilities of a Principal Electrical Engineer –

• Preparing and checking designs, analyzing reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Participating in solving technical issues and developing new design ideas.
• Utilizing Earned Value Management methodologies and respecting task durations.
• Supervising and guiding junior staff.
• Maintaining development records to demonstrate skills.
• Communicating system capabilities to ensure high standards of operation.
• Supporting development, construction, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of facilities in compliance with design intent and regulations.

Qualifications and Experience –

Candidates should have most of the following:

• Degree or HND in an engineering discipline.
• Nuclear Introductory Course or equivalent knowledge.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Experience in complex design development throughout the lifecycle.
• Ability to advise and guide sub-contracted design teams.
• Knowledge of project specification, planning, management, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software.
• Chartered status or working towards it.
• Experience in designing electrical building services, including fire detection, alarm systems, emergency lighting, and HVAC.
• Understanding of engineering design and safety practices.

Employee Staff Benefits:

• Private Medical Scheme*
• Employee Share Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electric Vehicles, Technology, Cycle to Work
• 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21w SMP)
• Holiday entitlement: 25 days (increasing to 28 after 5 years, 31 after 10 years)
• Option to buy, sell, and carry over up to 5 days of annual leave
• Partnership with trade unions
• Personal Development & Further Education Support
• Long Service & Recognition Awards
• Free Employee Assistance Programme

*After 1 year of service.

Nuvia, a subsidiary of VINCI Construction, operates in highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear, with a strong presence in the UK and internationally. We are committed to safety, innovation, and excellence, and promote equality in employment.