Senior/Principal Electrical / Power Engineer

Let's secure the future of energy.

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

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In the Electrical and System Engineering teams, you will join an expanding group supporting power generation, nuclear new build and decommissioning markets. You’ll help solve a wide variety of interesting problems for our clients during a significant period of growth. As you progress you will develop and mentor teams of engineers to further support our growth.

Your purpose:

The role will entail providing advice during the design, operation and decommissioning of nuclear and power generation facilities. This may include the following:

• Provision of specialist consultancy advice on power station high voltage apparatus.
• Operational & Maintenance technical support including: trouble-shooting, condition assessment, failure investigation, performance optimisation, legislative compliance and process safety to operational nuclear, thermal and renewable power generation sites.
• Specification of plant and equipment to achieve process objectives. Preparation of technical guidance documents and engineering standards for ongoing asset management.
• Plant assessments and life-extension exercises to assist Clients with investment decision making processes.
• Review of plant equipment, systems and operating regimes to identify problems and develop improvement and upgrade plans.
• Review and assessment of plant in the role of both owner’s and bank’s engineer.
• Technical due diligence assessment of assets to support potential acquisitions.
• Design, manufacture and repair advice on high voltage electrical machines for power generation and large industrial applications. Preparation and delivery of technical training courses.

Other key aspects of the role will include assisting in the production of bids and proposals and implementing and contributing to safety initiatives. You will also liaise with operators, designers and clients, building a strong relationship with them.

What you can bring:

In addition to having communication, presentation and problem-solving skills you will also be able to demonstrate the following: 

• Honours degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualifications & experience. Relevant industry experience.
• Technical practitioner able to demonstrate good engineering judgement and with experience in using fundamental engineering skills. Record of supporting technically challenging projects.
• Excellent numeracy, written and verbal communication skills with ability to present arguments both verbally and written. Able to produce and review/correct high-quality technical reports.
• Motivated and driven to meet delivery/cost targets without compromising quality. Awareness of their own technical limitations and using the help and support of others to deliver.
• Flexible approach as required for site work on new and existing power plants and applying skills in new areas.
• Ability to manage small site teams and ability to work on own and as part of a team. Competent commercial awareness and ability to positively influence key decision-makers in Client organisations to gain new revenue streams (Desirable). Membership of IET and Chartered Engineer status (Desirable).

You will be able to demonstrate experience in some (but not necessarily all) of the following areas:

• Excellent understanding of High Voltage (HV) electrical machines and systems. Expertise in power station condition monitoring techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of failure mechanisms and ability to contribute to investigations. Excellent understanding of power generation technologies and HV electrical rotating and static plant in particular.
• Thorough knowledge (in general and for HV Electrical work in particular) of site safety systems, preparation of risk assessments and method statements.
• Operational plant experience to allow troubleshooting based on real plant issues gained from operator and consultancy provider perspectives. Experience of design and testing of electrical protection systems for power generation plant.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at AtkinsRéalis. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.

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 promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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