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Principal Electrical Engineer – Nuclear

Jobtailor
Greater Manchester · posted 20 August 2026
Location
Greater Manchester, England
Category
Engineering
  • Perform the Principal Electrical Engineer role on a range of Defence and Nuclear Energy projects from Concept Studies through to Detailed Design.
  • Work predominantly for Nuclear Energy clients and support work across other sectors.
  • Responsible for the production of electrical design deliverables including analysis, calculations, reports and specifications.
  • Take responsibility for leading projects and sub-tasks from a technical perspective.
  • Communicate designs effectively to electrical engineers, designers, other disciplines, construction personnel and stakeholders.
  • Attendance occasionally required for site visits, design reviews and client meetings.

Requirements

  • Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline within the Nuclear sector.
  • Significant electrical engineering experience within the Nuclear sector
  • Eligibility for Security Clearance - UK national or have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of five years
  • Extensive knowledge of UK legislation and standards
  • Competence in the requirements for installation of equipment on Nuclear plant
  • Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance
  • Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements
  • Degree in electrical engineering or suitable equivalent (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered
  • Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of being close to gaining these professional titles
  • Experience of working in multi-discipline teams
  • Experience of leading projects in a client facing role
  • Experience in the requirements for ATEX
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive electrical engineering expertise within the Nuclear sector, with a strong focus on design deliverables, compliance with UK legislation and standards, and risk management. Proven ability to lead projects and communicate effectively with multi-discipline teams and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

  • Electrical Engineering Experience
  • Nuclear Sector Knowledge
  • Project Leadership
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • Security Clearance Eligibility

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

  • Electrical Design Deliverables
  • Analysis and Calculations
  • Design Specifications
  • Installation Requirements
  • CE Marking Requirements
  • ATEX Compliance
  • HSE Requirements
  • Risk Management
  • Multi-Discipline Team Collaboration
  • Client Facing Experience

Soft Skills

  • Effective Communication
  • Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

  • Chartered Engineer Status
  • Incorporated Engineer Status

Industry Keywords

  • Nuclear Energy
  • UK Legislation and Standards
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Risk Identification
  • Low Voltage Directive
  • Machinery Directive
  • EMC Compliance
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