Senior/Principal Electrical / Power Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy as a Senior Electrical Engineer, where you'll tackle technical challenges in the nuclear and power sectors. This role offers the chance to mentor teams and deliver innovative solutions while enjoying a flexible work environment. You'll engage in critical projects that support safety assessments and operational excellence. With a commitment to sustainability and inclusivity, this company values your contributions and offers a comprehensive rewards package tailored to your needs. Embrace the opportunity to shape the future of energy with a leader in the industry.

Benefits

Flexible Holidays

Health Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Inclusivity Adjustments for Disabilities

Qualifications

• Experience in high voltage electrical machines and systems.
• Strong technical report writing and review skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on design, operation, and decommissioning of nuclear and power plants.
• Support operations with troubleshooting and performance optimization.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Technical Report Writing

Project Management

High Voltage Systems Knowledge

Education

Honours Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Condition Monitoring Systems

Electrical Protection Systems

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26.04.2025

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10.06.2025

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Job Description

Do you enjoy working in safety critical industries? Do you like delivering solutions to technical problems? Are you looking for a new challenge in your career but with the right work-life balance?

Join us as a Senior Electrical / System Engineer in our Nuclear & Power Division, delivering innovative consultancy advice to support safety assessments, engineering/design substantiation, and operational support.

In the Electrical and System Engineering teams, you'll support power generation, nuclear new build, and decommissioning markets. You'll help solve diverse technical problems during a period of growth and develop and mentor engineering teams.

We support flexible and remote working. Talk to us about your ideal working conditions, from reduced weeks to extra leave during school holidays. We also support those returning from career breaks.

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Your purpose:

The role involves advising during the design, operation, and decommissioning of nuclear and power plants, including:

• Providing specialist consultancy on high voltage apparatus.
• Supporting operations with troubleshooting, condition assessment, failure investigation, performance optimization, legislative compliance, and process safety at nuclear, thermal, and renewable sites.
• Specifying plant and equipment to meet process goals.
• Creating technical guidance documents and standards for asset management.
• Assessing plants and extending their life for investment decisions.
• Reviewing plant systems and operating regimes to identify improvements.
• Assessing plant as owner’s and bank’s engineer.
• Performing technical due diligence for asset acquisitions.
• Advising on design, manufacture, and repair of high voltage electrical machines.
• Delivering technical training courses.

Additional responsibilities include bid and proposal support, safety initiatives, and liaising with operators, designers, and clients.

What you can bring?

Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills, plus:

• Honours degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Relevant industry experience.
• Good engineering judgment and fundamental skills.
• Experience supporting challenging projects.
• Excellent technical report writing and review skills.
• Motivation to meet delivery targets without compromising quality.
• Awareness of technical limitations and team support.
• Flexibility for site work on power plants.
• Ability to manage small teams and work independently or in teams.
• Commercial awareness and influencing skills (desirable).
• Membership of IET and Chartered Engineer status (desirable).

You should demonstrate experience in some of the following areas:

• Understanding of High Voltage electrical machines and systems.
• Power station condition monitoring expertise.
• Knowledge of failure mechanisms and investigations.
• Understanding of power generation tech and HV plant.
• Knowledge of site safety systems, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Operational plant troubleshooting experience.
• Design and testing of electrical protection systems.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are committed to achieving Net Zero by 2050, supporting a sustainable energy mix including nuclear, renewables, and decarbonization projects. Join us to work on innovative systems that power the future.

Meeting your needs:

We offer a tailored "Total Reward" package, including flexible holidays, health benefits, and career development. We support inclusivity and adjustments for disabilities. Discuss your needs with us.

More about us:

AtkinsRéalis is a global leader with over 100 years of engineering expertise, delivering impactful, sustainable projects worldwide.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, which depends on UKSV vetting and proof of residency requirements. Do not mention security clearance details in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and abilities.

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Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular