Senior C&I Engineer - Nuclear Control Systems Lead

Energy Jobline CVL; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Pension plan

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Professional memberships paid

Annual leave 25 days

Bank holidays 8

Leave buy/sell up to 5 days

Flexible hours

Flexi Fridays

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL in Sheffield is seeking a Principal C&I Engineer to lead complex control systems projects in the nuclear sector, balancing hands-on delivery with team mentoring.

You will own architectures from concept through to delivery, drive client relationships, and ensure quality, safety and regulatory compliance across the program. The role is hybrid with flexible start times and strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in systems engineering or related field.
• Experience with regulated industries such as nuclear is preferred.
• Knowledge of SCADA/PLC/HMI environments.
• Understanding of project management principles including cost control.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and processes.
• Experience with software/hardware integration and client sites.
• Strong leadership, communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and approving system architectures, designs and specifications.
• Owning technical solutions from concept through delivery, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Leading system testing, validation and documentation (requirements, design specs, test plans).
• Leading technical discussions with project teams and planning site commissioning.
• Managing project resources, budget and timesheet sign-off during bidding.
• Building and maintaining client relationships and acting as technical contact.
• Coaching and mentoring team members and supporting learning and development.
• Collaborating with software, hardware, workshop and project management teams for delivery.

Skills

SCADA

PLC

HMI

Project management

Quality management

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Energy Jobline CVL in Sheffield is seeking a Principal C&I Engineer to lead complex control systems projects in the nuclear sector, balancing hands-on delivery with team mentoring.

You will own architectures from concept through to delivery, drive client relationships, and ensure quality, safety and regulatory compliance across the program. The role is hybrid with flexible start times and strong growth opportunities.