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Senior Control Engineer - Software Bias | Nuclear

£51-55ph (Outside IR35)

Hybrid - 3 Days Warrington Office / 2 Days Remote

We're recruiting for a Senior Control Engineer to join a major nuclear project based in Warrington, supporting the SEP1 & 2 programmes. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's flagship Sellafield projects, working on complex, safety‑critical control systems in a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.

• Delivering, co‑ordinating, and checking control‑based work packages across multiple systems.
• Leading and guiding engineers to achieve demanding technical milestones (no line management responsibility).
• Developing design specifications and providing expert support during implementation.
• Reviewing and challenging control system requirements to ensure robust, compliant designs.
• Collaborating with system integrators, commissioning teams, and other key stakeholders.

• Proven experience in PLC/SCADA control systems and network architecture.
• A strong software engineering bias, ideally with nuclear sector experience – Sellafield experience is highly desirable.
• Capable of prioritising workloads in a dynamic project environment.
• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.
• CEng/IEng status or equivalent experience would be advantageous.

You'll be part of an established, technically proficient team driving delivery of high‑impact nuclear projects, with flexibility through a hybrid working model and a strong focus on professional development.

Location: Warrington (3 days office / 2 days remote)

Rate: £51-55 per hour (Inside IR35)

Clearance: Must be eligible to work on nuclear projects

Company: Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd