EC&I Design Engineer

Let’s engineer a safer world. Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head‑on? It is a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no distinctions.

We understand that different people have different priorities, so flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. Talk to us about what’s ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you’re returning from a career break, ask how we can help you transition back into work with us.

AtkinsRéalis provides consultancy and engineering services to a range of clients in industries such as Nuclear Power, Defence, Rail and Aerospace. Due to strong growth, particularly in the nuclear sector, we are expanding our team. The role contributes to the design of Electrical, Control and Instrumentation (EC&I) systems solutions for AtkinsRéalis clients. Systems range from simpler hard‑wired systems up to complex multi‑panel systems with significant programmable elements used in safety or security‑critical contexts.

• Provision of cost‑effective engineering design solutions and high‑quality customer service.
• Operate within engineering project teams within AtkinsRéalis or for clients as required.
• Ensure successful delivery of high‑quality engineering works within time, quality, budget and customer satisfaction.
• Specification, design and implementation of PLC, DCS and SCADA based systems.
• Instrumentation systems specification and design.

• Capable of working on diverse projects under senior supervision within a team.
• Knowledge and experience of control systems and electrical control equipment and its applications in automated and safety related systems.
• Experienced in the design, substantiation, verification & validation and safety of high‑integrity software‑based protection and/or safety related control systems.
• Working towards Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional body.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards, and a range of benefits you can tailor to suit your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Take advantage of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise, and combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and a fulfilling personal life.

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary it will be discussed with you  vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not refer to or include in your application or CV details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong—a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.