EC&I Design Engieer

NRL Ltd; Noordwes; Hybrid; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is recruiting an Electrical Design Engineer in South Africa, Noordwes. This role involves supporting the design and implementation of EC&I systems within nuclear projects and developing your skills in a high-performing project team. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications and a commitment to Continuous Professional Development. Flexible working patterns are considered.

Qualifications

• Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
• Knowledge of design tools and standards (BS, IEC, IEEE).
• Experience in design lifecycle of C&I systems.

Responsibilities

• Support design and implementation of EC&I systems in nuclear projects.
• Produce design calculations and technical specifications.
• Work on systems integration and testing.

Skills

Knowledge of EC&I principles

Good communication skills

Motivated team member

Education

MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc in EC&I

Job description

NRL is currently recruiting an Electrical Design Engineer to join one of our leading clients in their Nuclear Power Engineering and Technical Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high‑performing project team within a critical sector, supporting the delivery of complex engineering works on a key site within the UK’s nuclear fleet.

You’ll work within a highly regulated environment and collaborate with a range of stakeholders to ensure the safe, timely, and efficient execution of engineering projects. You’ll be supported by experienced professionals and offered development opportunities to grow your project delivery and leadership skills in a respected, forward‑thinking organisation.

This role will be based at one of our Energy offices (Newcastle, Warrington, Gloucester or Knutsford). We put flexibility at the heart of what we do and we’re happy to consider flexible working patterns.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, testing, and implementation EC&I systems within nuclear projects
• Produce design calculations, technical specifications, drawings, and reports to project and regulatory requirements
• Support requirements capture and a Systems Engineering approach for new architectures
• Contribute across the project lifecycle from bid generation, through concept and detailed design development to installation and commissioning
• Work on systems integration, testing and validation of PLC, SCADA and simulator systems
• Assist in the preparation of design safety documentation and compliance with nuclear safety standards
• Participate in site surveys, inspections, and commissioning activities
• Contribute to problem‑solving, technical investigations, and root cause analysis
• Produce high‑quality technical reports
• Build and maintain valuable relationships with peers, partners and clients

Skills and Qualifications

(the following list outlines desirable skills and qualifications. While these attributes are valued, we understand that applicants may not possess all of them. We therefore encourage applications from individuals with relevant experience and potential):

• MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc or equivalent in EC&I or another relevant discipline
• Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with a relevant professional body (we will support you)
• An awareness of civil nuclear plant systems, structures and components and associated design and assessment guidelines (or relevant engineering principles from other highly regulated industries)
• Knowledge or EC&I principals, design tools and relevant guidelines, standards and practices (e.g., BS, IEC, IEEE – in particular IEC 61508, 61511, 61513, 61226 and ONR SAPs/TAGS)
• Knowledge and experience in the systematic design lifecycle of a C&I system; including specification, design, assessment, verification, testing, installation, commissioning and maintenance of safety or process critical I&C Systems
• Knowledge of high integrity hardware or software‑based control systems for industrial equipment
• Motivated team member with the ability to work to deadlines and communicate project progress
• Good communication skills and ability to articulate information to a broad range of stakeholders
• Committed to Continuous Professional Development

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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