CE&I Designer – Nuclear Decommissioning Projects (General Overview)
Role Summary:
The CE&I (Control, Electrical & Instrumentation) Designer supports nuclear decommissioning and legacy facility projects by producing high-quality design packages, drawings, and technical documentation. The role involves working within multi-disciplinary teams to develop safe, compliant, and fit-for-purpose CE&I solutions aligned with project requirements, industry standards, and regulatory expectations.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop CE&I design deliverables including:
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Electrical schematics
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Cable routing layouts
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Loop diagrams and termination drawings
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Instrumentation data sheets
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Control system architecture drawings
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Support the production of design documentation such as Basis of Design, Technical Specifications, Calculations, and Design Justification Reports.
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Work within established nuclear design processes including configuration control, quality assurance procedures, and engineering change systems.
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Collaborate with engineers from CE&I, mechanical, civil, and process disciplines to develop integrated design solutions for decommissioning equipment, handling systems, remote operations, and plant modifications.
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Participate in design reviews, hazard studies (e.g., HAZOPs), and constructability assessments.
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Produce designs suitable for construction, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and maintainability.
Essential Skills & Experience
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Experience in CE&I design within regulated industries, ideally nuclear or similarly high-hazard environments.
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Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or other electrical drafting tools.
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Understanding of:
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Low-voltage distribution
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Instrumentation and control systems
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Safety-related systems
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Cable selection and routing
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Familiarity with nuclear quality standards (e.g., BS, IEC, IEEE).
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Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work within formal change-control processes.
Desirable Experience
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Previous involvement in decommissioning, remote handling, waste retrieval, or legacy plant upgrade projects.
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Knowledge of Sellafield, Magnox, or other UK nuclear site processes and engineering workflows.
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Experience supporting installation, commissioning, or testing phases.
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Awareness of cybersecurity considerations for control systems.
Personal Attributes
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Detail-focused with a commitment to producing high-quality, compliant design output.
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Strong problem-solving ability with a practical, safety-driven approach.
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Able to work independently as well as collaboratively.
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Comfortable working within structured, highly regulated environments