Senior Electrical Engineer - Nuclear & Energy Projects

Amentum

Newcastle upon Tyne

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free medical cover

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Parental leave pay

Employee assistance program

Professional development reimbursement

Hybrid & flexible working

Job summary

Amentum is recruiting a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Energy business in the UK, based at one of our offices (Newcastle, Warrington, Gloucester, Bristol or Knutsford) with flexible/hybrid working patterns. You’ll lead electrical design across bids, concept, detailed design, installation and commissioning, liaising with Principal Engineers and regulators to deliver safe, compliant solutions.

The role involves preparing specifications, supporting systems engineering, and mentoring junior

Qualifications

MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Chartered or near Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional body (we will support you).
Awareness of civil nuclear plant systems, structures and components and related guidelines.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of electrical designs and solutions across the full project lifecycle from bid to commissioning.
Prepare technical documentation, specifications, and design justifications for safety-critical systems.
Support requirements capture and systems engineering for new architectures.
Ensure designs meet nuclear safety, cybersecurity, and quality standards.
Manage and check deliverables from junior engineers to ensure compliance and quality.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
Interface with clients, regulators, and project stakeholders on technical matters.
Support project planning, cost estimating, and risk management activities.
Produce high-quality technical reports.