Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Senior EC&I Engineer to join their design team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in the EC&I discipline at a senior level and hold active security clearance.
The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£60 per hour and will start with a 3-month contract. Suitable candidates are able to work from home with the occasional visit to their Aldermaston site.
If you’re a Senior EC&I Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties
As a Senior EC&I Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:
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Hands-on delivery of design and engineering solutions.
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Lead on design, specification, procurement, installation, acceptance testing, commissioning, and operator training.
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Check and approve engineering documents and drawings.
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Liaise with clients and multi-discipline managers to deliver cost-effective solutions.
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Provide technical consultancy and guidance across the UK EC&I design team.
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Manage project quality, progress, cost control, and supporting documentation.
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Drive and maintain compliance with safety culture and regulations (e.g. CDM, CE marking).
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Actively participate in design and safety reviews (HAZOP, risk assessments).
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
Essential:
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Degree-qualified in a relevant technical/engineering discipline (or demonstrable experience).
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Minimum 5 years’ experience within the nuclear industry.
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Proven competence in design/delivery within a project-based environment.
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Full UK driver’s licence.
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Working towards Chartered Engineer status.
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Understanding of design requirements supporting nuclear safety cases.
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Experience leading technical teams and managing sub-contractors.
Significant expertise in at least two of the following:
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Mechanical Handling (including Remote in-cell handling)
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Process Instrumentation
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Functional Safety (BS EN 61508/61511)
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Machinery Safety (BS EN 60204, BS EN 13849
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LV Distribution Systems (Trimble Pro-design)
Desirable:
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Chartered Engineer (or nearing chartership), with membership to a relevant institution (e.g. IET).
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Knowledge of EC&I integration with control systems (PLC/SCADA).
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Experience in Design Substantiation to support safety cases.
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Additional Defence sector experience.
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Involvement in bid preparation.
Personal skills
The Senior EC&I Engineer role would suit someone who has:
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Strong organisational and collaboration skills.
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Quality and service-driven approach with high commercial awareness.
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Ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure.
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Active SC clearance.
Salary and benefits of the Senior EC&I Engineer role
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3-month contract
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£50 - £60 an hour
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