Senior Electrical Design Engineer

NRL Ltd; Noordwes; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to support nuclear projects. The role involves leading EC&I design development, preparing technical documentation, and providing mentoring to junior staff. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and preferably have Chartered Engineer status. The position offers flexibility in working patterns and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Support for Chartership

Qualifications

• Experience in the systematic design lifecycle of a C&I system.
• Ability to simplify complex problems.
• Knowledge of guidelines and standards (BS, IEC, IEEE).

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of EC&I designs across the project lifecycle.
• Prepare technical documentation for safety-critical systems.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers.

Skills

ECI principles

High integrity hardware/software control systems

Communication skills

Systems Engineering

Teamwork

Education

MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc in EC&I or relevant discipline

Chartered or near Chartered Engineer status

Job description

NRL is currently recruiting a Senior 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

• Lead the development of EC&I designs and solutions across the full project lifecycle from bid generation, through concept and detailed design development to installation and commissioning
• Prepare technical documentation, specifications, and design justifications for safety-critical systems
• Work on systems integration, testing and validation of PLC, SCADA and simulator systems
• Support requirements capture and systems engineering approach for new architectures
• Demonstrate knowledge of the practical aspects of implementing engineering designs and understand the use of standards and compliance with regulatory requirements in an engineering environment
• Manage and check deliverables from junior engineers to ensure compliance and quality
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers
• Interface with clients, regulators, and project stakeholders on technical matters
• Ensure designs meet nuclear safety, cybersecurity, and quality standards
• Support project planning, cost estimating, and risk management activities
• Produce high-quality technical reports
• Build and maintain valuable relationships with clients, partners and peers

Skills and Qualifications

• MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc or equivalent in EC&I or another relevant discipline
• Chartered or near Chartered 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
• Ability to simplify complex problems
• Knowledge of high integrity hardware or software-based control systems for industrial equipment
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering and system conceptual design is desirable
• Experience in producing and checking high-quality technical deliverables
• 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 connects 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.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.