Electrical Control & Instrumentation (Regulation) - Nuclear Graduates 2026
Be among the first 25 applicants. One Programme, Two Years, Three Secondments, Endless Opportunities.
There has never been a more exciting time to join the nuclear sector. From energy generation to waste management, transport through to decommissioning, the Nuclear Graduates programme provides you with the opportunity to contribute to some of the biggest challenges facing our society.
The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority has brought together leading businesses and organisations to create the award winning & professionally accredited Nuclear Graduates programme.
We are excited to announce that the sponsoring companies for the 2026 cohort are: Rolls‑Royce, Office for Nuclear Regulation, Atomic Weapons Establishment, Ministry of Defence – Defence Nuclear Enterprise, Great British Energy – Nuclear, and the Environment Agency.
Whether your passion lies within science, engineering or business, Nuclear Graduates will ensure that over two years you will gain an invaluable insight into the breadth of the UK’s nuclear sector, giving you the opportunity to contribute to innovative designs, systems, products, and services.
As a Nuclear Graduate, you will have the opportunity to see the nuclear sector from different perspectives, learning from leading experts on projects that have real impact. You will also receive a programme of professional development to enhance your skills and expertise, whilst also demonstrating a commitment to understanding the communities in which the nuclear sector works.
Being a Nuclear Graduate sponsored by ONR, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the UK’s nuclear industry. As the nation’s independent nuclear regulator, ONR’s mission is to protect society by securing safe nuclear operations.
Participating in the Electrical or Control & Instrumentation (C&I) scheme will give you incomparable industry skills, knowledge, and experience working across a wide range of nuclear sites, from operational nuclear power stations to waste management facilities.
Electrical and C&I Inspectors
ONR Electrical And C&I Inspectors do interesting, detailed, and nationally significant technical work across the UK and internationally. This includes making regulatory decisions on:
* Whether systems and equipment are designed, installed, operated and maintained to adequately manage risk;
* Whether safety is being demonstrated;
* The suitability of processes and procedures being used to manage safety;
* How innovations can enhance safety.
Electrical and C&I inspectors also participate in the development of national and international standards and guidance, specify and lead research projects, and work with colleagues in other disciplines to holistically assess risks.
Key Responsibilities and Expectations
We look for individuals who combine effective interpersonal skills with good technical competencies. The role demands building and maintaining effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including licensees, government bodies, and international partners, while being prepared to take regulatory action when necessary. We seek individuals who can influence, make sound judgements, communicate effectively, work well in teams, and demonstrate self‑awareness of their limits.
Required Qualifications
* Degree (BSc/MSc) in Electrical engineering, Electronics, Controls, Computing, Physics, or any other relevant subject.
* A minimum of a 2:2 in a relevant degree subject.
* Right to work in the UK by the start of employment.
* Successful completion of security clearance checks.
* Willingness and ability to travel and relocate. Energus head office is based in Workington, Cumbria, but role locations will vary depending on sponsor location.
Start Date
September 2026
Recruitment and Selection Process
* Online application form.
* Psychometric assessment (Neurosight).
* Online interview (20‑30 minute video interview with a sponsor representative).
* Assessment centre (face‑to‑face, with various activities).
* Offer – outcomes issued within two weeks; successful candidates begin the programme in September 2026.
* Onboarding – support through social media groups and welcome sessions.
Face‑to‑face assessment centres will take place in early 2026. If you are invited to an assessment centre and are unable to attend, unfortunately you may be unable to complete the selection process. We encourage you to regularly check emails (including spam folders) during the selection process.
Closing Date
Friday 14th November 2025 – any applications after this date will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the role early should we receive sufficient applications.
Company Benefits
* Salary £30,000 per year.
* £5,500 individual travel budget.
* £3,500 individual training budget.
* Access to three secondments across the UK nuclear sector.
* Dedicated team of experts to support your development throughout the programme.
* Sponsor company to provide day‑to‑day support during the programme and secondments.
* Dedicated mentor assigned upon starting.
* Comprehensive, tailored programme of professional development.
* Support from a dedicated Nuclear Graduates programme team – including mental health first Aiders.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* 6 discretionary days leave for study and relocation.
* Energus contributory pension scheme.
* Energus Employee Assistance Programme and DigiCare+.
* EnergUS Extras (in‑house news, wellbeing resources, employee discounts).
* Membership of up to 2 professional institutions.
* Independent Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support line).
* Opportunity to participate in the Cycle2Work Scheme.
Equality and Disability
As proud members of the Disability Confident Scheme, Energus aim to create a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you have a disability or health condition and require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know – we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. We are committed to offering an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.
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