Senior Electrical Engineer

⚡️💡 About Assystem

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With over 7,500 Switchers, we combine deep engineering expertise, project delivery, and digital innovation to shape the future of energy. In the UK, we are at the heart of landmark projects such as Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C and Small Modular Reactors. By joining us, you’ll contribute to building safe, reliable, and sustainable energy for generations to come.

🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?

When you join Assystem, you become part of one of the world’s top three nuclear engineering companies. You’ll work in an inclusive, international environment where expertise is valued, and your skills will directly impact critical energy infrastructure. With us, you’ll be part of your future team driving the clean energy transition forward.

🚀 The Job Mission

This senior-level role will see you lead a defined electrical scope within a major UK nuclear infrastructure project. Your future team is delivering innovative electrical solutions across the full project lifecycle. You’ll ensure design excellence while aligning with regulatory and project standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and review electrical designs to meet UK nuclear standards
• Lead technical assessments to identify optimal electrical system solutions
• Prepare detailed specifications, design reports, and calculations
• Provide expert guidance during installation and commissioning phases
• Coordinate electrical designs across multi-disciplinary teams
• Mentor junior engineers and promote continuous improvement
• Act as primary technical point of contact for client stakeholders
• Drive project delivery through leadership, planning, and review

🛠 Essential Skills

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
• Experience in LV design, cable sizing, and AMTECH software
• In-depth knowledge of UK nuclear standards and safety regulations
• Strong capability in Revit, PDMS/E3D, Navisworks, and AutoCAD
• Proven track record in multi-discipline coordination
• Experience managing electrical designs in regulated industries
• Previous experience in site/construction environments
• Chartered Engineer (or actively working toward chartership)

✔️ Desired Skills

• Knowledge of electrical building services
• Familiarity with electrical protection and control systems
• Experience managing design changes and document reviews
• French language proficiency is a plus
• Experience in a client-facing, leadership engineering role

🌟 Why You Should Apply

Don’t miss the opportunity to work on one of the most impactful low-carbon projects in Europe. You’ll be joining a team committed to engineering excellence, where you’ll lead major design packages, mentor future talent, and help shape the UK’s clean energy future.

Benefits include:

🏡 Hybrid Working Opportunity

🕒 Flexible working hours

🛡️ Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)

🏖️ 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days

💼 Professional fees reimbursed

💰 Employee referral scheme

🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it

🏥 Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover

💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes

📞 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.