
Principal Electrical Engineer
Assystem
The Role
Overview
Design and lead LV/HV/MV electrical systems for energy infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- system design
- switchgear design
- system studies
- detailed design
- equipment procurement
- etap software
Tasks
โก Design of LV, HV & MV distribution, protection and control systems ๐งฐ Switchgear design ๐งพ Design substantiation and verification ๐ Development and review of schematic drawings and single line diagrams ๐ Development of HV/MV/LV system studies, including protection coordination, earthing, arc flash, voltage regulation, load flow and fault level reports ๐ Detailed design covering all aspects of High and Medium voltage equipment ๐ง Detailed design of secondary control and protection systems ๐ Specification, selection and procurement of the range of LV, HV & MV equipment ๐ป Experienced in the use of electrical design tools (eTAP or similar) ๐ค Co-ordination and management of sub-contract specialist suppliers ๐ Delivery of design packages throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to commissioning
Requirements
- electrical engineering
- team leadership
- senior engineer
- amtech
- project management
- european standards
What You Bring
๐ฌ Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills ๐ฅ Experience of team and technical leadership of EC&I Engineers and Designers ๐๏ธ In-depth knowledge of Electrical Engineering within a highly regulated industry (e.g. nuclear, energy, offshore, aerospace) ๐ Experience in the application of appropriate engineering standards ๐ Ability to develop processes and procedures to drive continuous improvement and efficiency ๐ Knowledge and application of European and International Standards and electrical engineering best practice ๐ช Be able to work with a high degree of independence using own initiative and motivation ๐ Be able to demonstrate a minimum of three years previous experience in the role of Senior Engineer or a similar Staff appointment Please be aware that many roles at Assystem are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. Desirable๐ก Experience with naval dockyard electrical systems๐ ๏ธ Experience with overhauling ageing equipment๐งฉ Experience of using tools for configuration management, issue management and project management ๐ก Experienced in the use of AMTECH / Trimble ProDesign๐ Ability to manage and work within virtual teams ๐ Familiarity with MoD standards and procedures ๐ค Experience or interest in emerging digital technologies โ๏ธ Willingness and ability to spend short periods of time on customer and supplier sites at various locations ๐ผ Experience in the development of quotations for new projects All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
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Benefits
๐ฅ 8% company pension contributions ๐ฅ 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays ๐ฅ Get professional and industry membership fees paid for. ๐ฅ Healthcare cash-plan to get money back on dental, medical, physical care ๐ฅ Employee assistance programme including 24/7 access to free mental health support, virtual gym classes and more
The Company
About Assystem
-Leads EPR nuclear projects across locations.Opens external site -Shapes energy transition through various sectors. -Champions digital innovation for optimal performance. -Operates across nuclear, renewables, transport, and hydrogen sectors. -Engages in advanced fusion research and development.
Sector Specialisms
Nuclear
Renewables
Electricity grids
Clean hydrogen
Transportation
Industrial
Aerospace
Infrastructure
Energy transition
Operation and maintenance
Civil engineering
Mechanical engineering
Automation
Electricity
Logistics
Radiation protection
Operational safety
Waste and dismantling
Transport
Testing
Digital solutions
Project management
Consulting
Smart city projects
Hydrogen
Water
Security Clearance
-baseline personnel security standard required for all applicants. -higher security vetting may be needed, requiring 5-10 years continuous uk residency. -roles subject to security and export control restrictions based on nationality and birthplace.
