Senior/Principal Electrical / Power Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Senior/Principal Electrical / Power Engineer in Glasgow to deliver innovative consultancy solutions in the nuclear and power sectors. This role offers a chance to address critical problems while supporting a flexible working environment. The ideal candidate will have an Honours degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant industry experience, focusing on safety assessments and operational support.

Benefits

Flexible holidays

Health & wellbeing benefits

Career development support

Qualifications

• Demonstrate relevant industry experience.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Motivation to meet targets without compromising quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist consultancy advice on power station high voltage apparatus.
• Operational & Maintenance technical support including troubleshooting and condition assessment.
• Prepare technical guidance documents and standards for asset management.

Skills

Communication

Engineering Judgment

Team Management

Education

Honours degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

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Senior/Principal Electrical / Power Engineer, Glasgow

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: d575c0c406a9

Job Views: 26

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

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 and you'll deliver innovative consultancy advice to support our clients through the completion of safety assessments, engineering / design substantiation and operational support.

In the Electrical and System Engineering teams, you will join an expanding group supporting power generation, nuclear new build and decommissioning markets. You’ll help solve a wide variety of interesting problems for our clients during a significant period of growth. As you progress, you will develop and mentor teams of engineers to further support our growth.

We support flexible and remote working, so talk to us about what works best for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. If you're returning from a career break, we can help you transition back into work.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion: Atkins Careers UK & Europe

Your purpose:

The role involves providing advice during the design, operation, and decommissioning of nuclear and power generation facilities, including:

• Provision of specialist consultancy advice on power station high voltage apparatus.
• Operational & Maintenance technical support including troubleshooting, condition assessment, failure investigation, performance optimization, legislative compliance, and process safety.
• Specification of plant and equipment to meet process objectives.
• Preparation of technical guidance documents and standards for asset management.
• Plant assessments and life-extension exercises to aid investment decisions.
• Review of plant equipment, systems, and operating regimes to identify improvements.
• Assessment of plant as owner’s and bank’s engineer.
• Technical due diligence for asset acquisition support.
• Design, manufacture, and repair advice on high voltage electrical machines.
• Preparation and delivery of technical training courses.

Additional responsibilities include supporting bids, safety initiatives, and liaising with operators, designers, and clients to build strong relationships.

What you can bring:

You should demonstrate:

• Honours degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Relevant industry experience.
• Good engineering judgment and fundamental skills.
• Support of challenging projects.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
• Motivation to meet targets without compromising quality.
• Self-awareness of technical limitations and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility for site work and applying skills in new areas.
• Team management and independent working abilities.
• Commercial awareness and influence skills (desirable).
• Membership of IET and Chartered Engineer status (desirable).

Experience in some of the following areas is beneficial:

• Understanding of HV electrical machines and systems.
• Power station condition monitoring techniques.
• Knowledge of failure mechanisms and investigations.
• Understanding of power generation technologies and HV plant.
• Knowledge of site safety, 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 mix of sustainable energies, including nuclear, renewables, and decarbonization projects. We aim to create safe, resilient systems across various energy sectors.

Meeting your needs:

We offer a tailored Total Reward package, including flexible holidays, health & wellbeing benefits, and career development support. If you have a disability, inform us beforehand so we can accommodate your needs.

More about us:

AtkinsRéalis is a global leader with over 100 years of engineering expertise, dedicated to delivering projects with positive, sustainable impacts.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, contingent on UKSV vetting, and candidates must have resided in the UK for 5+ years. Please do not mention security clearance details in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion through inclusive policies, flexible working, and employee networks. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome.

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