Principal Electrical Engineer – Nuclear
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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