Technical Lead (Systems and Electrical)

CERTAIN ADVANTAGE; Warrington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CERTAIN ADVANTAGE is seeking a Technical Lead (Systems & Electrical) for a major nuclear project in Bristol. This role requires overseeing supplier activities and ensuring technical compliance in the development of complex electrical systems, making it ideal for those with experience in radioprotection and instrumentation.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Private medical insurance

24 days holiday, with the option to purchase more

Pension scheme

Life insurance and income protection

Qualifications

• Experience in radioprotection systems, instrumentation design, procurement, or installation.
• Knowledge of RCC-E electrical regulations and key technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Managing technical queries from suppliers and clients.
• Overseeing supplier design and delivery activities.
• Monitoring technical risks and contract alignment.

Skills

Management of technical queries

Organizational skills

Confidence in negotiations

Job description

Technical Lead (Systems & Electrical)
Certain Advantage is hiring for a Technical Lead (Systems & Electrical) to join a major nuclear project based in Bristol.

The Company
We’re proud to partner with a world-leading energy initiative focused on nuclear infrastructure. Backed by industry leaders, this project is advancing engineering excellence and sustainability within the nuclear sector.

The Role
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Technical Lead (Systems & Electrical) to oversee key supplier activities related to nuclear instrumentation and radioprotection systems. Working closely with main equipment suppliers and internal engineering teams, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring technical compliance, contract alignment, and successful delivery of complex electrical systems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and resolving technical queries from suppliers and clients.
• Overseeing the supplier’s design, manufacturing, and delivery activities for radioprotection instrumentation.
• Reviewing supplier technical documentation and leading surveillance report assessments.
• Monitoring and managing technical risks, UK design changes, open points, exemptions, and contract transfer sheets through established project tools.
• Supporting the client in managing supplier performance, interface coordination, and schedule alignment during the contract lifecycle.
• Ensuring integration and coordination with EDVANCE and other engineering disciplines.

The Individual
We’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience in radioprotection systems, instrumentation design, procurement, or installation.
• Knowledge of RCC-E electrical regulations and key technical standards (e.g. NFC 15-100, NF C 13-200, BS 7671, IEC 60909).
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple interfaces and technical workstreams.
• Confidence in supporting contractual and technical negotiations, backed by solid engineering judgment.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Private medical insurance.
• 24 days holiday, with the option to purchase more.
• Pension scheme.
• Life insurance and income protection.

Ready to apply your systems and electrical expertise to a nationally significant project? Apply today!

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