Assystem Warrington, England, United Kingdom
Principal EC&I Engineer
Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world. Every day, our 8,000 professionals located in 12 countries connect their expertise to tackle the task of switching to low‑carbon energy. We draw on more than 55 years of experience in highly regulated sectors to deliver engineering, project management, digital services and solutions that optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering.
Job Description
Assystem Energy & Infrastructure Ltd is growing, and we’re seeking a dynamic Principal Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer to lead our most exciting projects across Nuclear, Defence, New Build and Infrastructure. You’ll provide top‑notch technical leadership, working with high‑profile clients such as Sellafield, Rolls‑Royce, EDF, BAE, F4E and Hinkley Point.
* Lead & Deliver: Guide EC&I engineering teams in delivering innovative solutions for complex projects.
* Plan & Prioritize: Shape project plans, prioritizing Health & Safety and Environmental standards.
* Design Reviews: Act as Lead Engineer, overseeing design reviews, technical discussions and formal evaluations.
* Support & Collaborate: Provide expert advice, supporting both staff and clients through technical challenges.
* Mentor & Motivate: Mentor team members, set objectives and foster a collaborative work environment.
* Optimize: Ensure projects stay on budget and aligned with schedules, working closely with Project Managers.
* Client Liaison: Serve as the primary technical contact, coordinating with clients throughout each project.
Qualifications
* 10+ years in EC&I design and management, with expertise in two areas (e.g., Control Systems, Radiometrics, Functional Safety).
* Familiarity with highly regulated industries, control systems, design phases, configuration management and life‑cycle stages.
* Proven leadership skills in leading teams, managing project complexities and driving continuous improvement.
* Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical, Instrumentation or Control Engineering; advanced degrees are a plus.
Bonus Skills
* Experience with laboratory facilities and nuclear systems.
* Expertise in HV/LV electrical systems and modular building projects.
* Involvement in Sellafield projects or similar environments is a plus.
Additional Information
Security clearance
This role requires the successful candidate to hold a minimum of a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance.
Due to the nature of work this role will be delivering for the protection of certain assets, the successful candidate has to be a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a Dual National from a non‑ITAR country.
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.
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