We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior EC&I Engineer based in Workington, Cumbria - working for our Client within the Nuclear industry.

The Successful Candidate will work in the supply of remotely deployed equipment for use in active plant, underwater operations, radioactive waste size reduction & processing and decommissioning.

In addition, you will also be involved in the design, build and operation of inactive test rigs to prove new technology, equipment and processes prior to deployment in active nuclear plant


MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Use of AutoCAD 2D CAD design package for production of 2D detailed design drawings and schematics to the appropriate drawing standards for control panels, electrical equipment of machinery and instrumentation.

Detailed technical and design calculations.

Involvement with the build, installation, commissioning and operational support of plant-based equipment and inactive development test rigs.

Development of prototype equipment and processes through to supply of end products.

Preparation of product safety related documentation, e.g. risk assessments, method statements, operation & maintenance manuals.

Comply with all legislative, regulatory and company policy standards and procedures e.g. safety, quality, risk, security etc. applicable to the role, including those required for CE marking.

Provision of technical direction to technician and craft personnel.

Liaison with suppliers and manufacturers, initiation and progression of the procurement process including production of procurement specifications through to delivery and inspection.

Production of technical reports.

Design, installation and commission of inactive test rig electrical building services.

Survey and document plant-based equipment and systems including electrical building services.

Technical direction to Design Engineers to produce accurate detail design work and supporting calculations for checking and approval.

Provide technical advice and guidance on issues appropriate to their working area.

Keep abreast of developments in their own field and applying them to designated work packages.

Travel to other sites in order to attend project and customer meetings.


THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

Degree in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering or closely related subject and a relevant level of experience.

Experience with 2D CAD design packages, preferable AutoCAD.

Knowledge and experience of applying the legislative and regulatory requirements relating to engineering product development projects and CE/UKCA marking.

A working knowledge of the relevant safety legislation and quality and environmental standards.

Ability to work in a multi-disciplined team.

Problem solving, questioning attitude and solution seeking skills.

Proactive approach to maintaining high safety and quality standards

Ability to achieve SC Clearance if not already held.


DESIRABLE

Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartered Engineer.
Knowledge of nuclear industry and plant operations.
Experience in the development and operation of remote operations equipment.
IOSH Managing Safely.
Good presentation skills.
Self-motivated, high energy contributor.
Good organisational and planning skills.