Job Description

Overview

Are you ready to help bring the next generation of clean nuclear energy to life?

At AtkinsRéalis, we're leading the charge in transforming the global energy landscape. From pioneering nuclear new-build projects like Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and next generation Small Modular Reactors, to advancing the future of fusion and supporting the safe operation and decommissioning of existing power stations, we're shaping a cleaner, safer and more sustainable world.
Here, you'll join a diverse, inclusive team where expertise counts more than hierarchy and your voice genuinely shapes outcomes. Whether you're embedded with clients, on secondment, or working on-site, you'll always have the full support of the team behind you. Expect meaningful responsibility, unmatched industry exposure, and flexibility to work in ways that suit you and your team.

Your role

You'll provide electrical engineering expertise in delivering complex, high-impact engineering projects across the nuclear and power sector. Expect to:

Developing requirements, specifications and design deliverables (feasibility, concept, FEED and detailed design), including calculations, modelling, reports and drawings.
Designing and substantiating MV/LV power distribution networks; specifying Electrical plant and equipment to meet process objectives.
Providing holistic electrical engineering input across system studies, design assurance and safety-critical decision-making.
Supporting construction, installation, commissioning and operations, including condition monitoring and asset management.
Contributing to safety and assurance activities (e.g., HAZOP, HAZAN, FMEA), test witnessing, and design reviews.
Some travel to client sites and secure facilities will be required.

About you

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronical and Electronic Engineering (or related) with progress toward (or interest in) professional registration.
A developing understanding of delivering electrical engineering design in regulated or complex environments, working as part of a team executing multidisciplinary design engineering projects.
Strong communicator with solid technical judgement and the ability to produce clear, high quality designs and reports.
Collaborative, adaptable, proactive and comfortable working across disciplines and stepping into new challenges.
Committed to safety, quality and continuous learning.

Indicative salary range: £42k - £52k, subject to experience.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

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Worker Type
Employee

Job Type
Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

Electrical Engineer

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