Senior / Principal / Lead C&I Engineer – Net Zero Energy
- Birmingham, Stockton-on-Tees, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Swansea
- Nuclear
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.
We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.
We are looking for Senior / Principal level C&I Engineers to join our growing Net Zero Energy Business. This position would be based around AtkinsRéalis engineering hubs of central Scotland (Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Bellshill offices), Bristol or Stockton, with a flexible mixture of home-working and office collaboration time expected. We also welcome applicants wishing to work part-time. If you are someone who can deliver projects, work closely with clients and internal teams to capture requirements, set up projects and deliver right-first-time solutions for the most challenging problems in the Net Zero industry, then we would love you to apply.
As a Senior / Principal C&I Engineer in our Net Zero Energy Business, we are looking for someone versatile; you could be working on several small projects or overseeing several C&I engineers to deliver a multi-discipline project.
Your purpose:
- Executing and steering technical delivery of projects (C&I engineering scope).
- Collaborating with other disciplines on design projects.
- Managing client relationships.
- Providing quality technical advice to customers and internal teams.
- Overseeing and coaching juniors.
What you can bring:
You will enjoy working in C&I teams with a client-focused approach. You will have the drive to improve our capabilities and deliverables. You will have experience at various stages of C&I design, from concept studies, front end engineering design (FEED) to detailed design, with a proven record of delivery. You will be able to manage performance and motivate individuals, effectively delegate tasks and quality check the technical drawings and documentation of others. You will have a strong awareness of the commercial aspects to project delivery such as project timescales, cost estimating, and change control.
You will possess excellent communication skills and be able to demonstrate the following desirable knowledge and attributes:
- Degree in Control or Electrical/Electronic Engineering or similar.
- Chartered status with a relevant professional institution (or working towards CEng status).
- Working experience of a wide variety of national and international standards, especially related to BS, IEC, ISA, and ISO.
- Excellent technical writing skills and experience in development of typical C&I deliverables including philosophies, specifications, datasheets, technical notes, calculations etc.
- Specification and selection of process instrumentation (flow, temperature, pressure, flow) and ESD / Control valves.
- Development of Operational Technology (OT) systems architectures, control philosophies, system specifications, and associated schedules.
- Functional Safety / Cyber Security / Alarm Management.
- Hazardous Area Protection Concepts and DSEAR / Fire and Gas Detection Systems.
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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