Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer

UK Atomic Energy Authority; Culham; On-site; GBP 48,938 - 59,813; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension scheme

Corporate bonus scheme

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

A leading energy authority in the UK seeks a Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer to lead testing and commissioning of electrical systems at their Culham facility. You will ensure compliance with safety standards, oversee installation activities, and produce detailed documentation. The role demands a formal engineering qualification and significant experience in electrical systems and supervision. This position also offers flexible working conditions, substantial benefits, and a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in Electrical/Electronic/Engineering.
• Experience delivering complex electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of wiring and electrical panels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the testing and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Prepare and assess technical documentation.
• Supervise technicians for installation and commissioning tasks.

Skills

Electrical/Electronic engineering expertise

Commissioning electrical systems

Understanding of electrical schematics

Supervising technicians

Education

Formal Electrical/Electronic/Engineering qualification

Job description

Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer

As a Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer at UKAEA, you will lead the testing and commissioning of RACE electrical systems, ensuring compliance with site requirements and safety standards. Your role involves overseeing installation of hardware and cabling for remote handling applications, supporting the Electrical Implementation Section Leader, and producing high‑quality documentation to close out projects on schedule.

Job Description

Salary: £54,376 (inclusive of a Market Premium Payment of £6,000). On‑site working is expected.

The role involves working with radiological materials and may require you to work on external sites, including international locations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Prepare and assess technical documentation such as testing and commissioning procedures, safety assessments, and method statements with final sign‑off responsibility.
• Provide quality assurance during and upon completion of equipment.
• Define and set standards and best working practices.
• Take responsibility for testing and commissioning of equipment, ensuring suitable and sufficient work‑control documentation is provided and adhered to.
• Supervise technicians for electrical installation, test, and commissioning tasks.

Qualifications

• Formal Electrical/Electronic/Engineering qualification (City and Guilds, ONC, HNC, BSc, BEng).
• Previous experience in a practical role within a relevant field delivering complex electrical systems.
• Extensive experience in commissioning electrical systems, with a strong understanding of electrical schematics and general assembly drawings.
• Demonstrable experience with building, layout and wiring, and modifying electrical panels, harnesses and large electrical cabinets/cubicles.
• Experience working in a safety‑focused environment, supervising technicians and coaching less experienced staff.

Benefits

• Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme.
• Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and relocation allowance (if eligible).
• Flexible working options including family‑friendly policies and right to request flexible working from the start of employment.
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays.
• Wide range of career development opportunities.
• A vibrant culture committed to equality and full inclusivity.

Location & Working Conditions

The role can be based at any of the following sites: Culham, Oxfordshire. Employees are required to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). On‑site working and a flexible working arrangement are expected.

Equal Opportunity

We welcome applications from under‑represented groups, particularly individuals from black and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and women. Our Executive team, supported by an EDI Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes diversity and removes barriers to success.