Principal Electrical Design Engineer – Nuclear
Location: Hybrid (Manchester, occasional site/client visits)
Sector: Nuclear
We’re looking for a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to lead the delivery of challenging projects across the Nuclear Energy sector. You’ll work on everything from concept studies to detailed design, producing high-quality electrical engineering deliverables while guiding and mentoring junior engineers.
What you’ll do
Lead electrical design packages – analysis, calculations, reports, specifications.
Provide technical leadership and client-facing support.
Mentor and develop less experienced engineers.
Ensure compliance with nuclear standards, UK legislation, and safety requirements.
Prepare and review equipment specs, technical bids, and installation scopes.
Undertake power system studies, protection grading, earthing, and commissioning support.
What we’re looking for
Significant nuclear sector electrical engineering experience.
Strong knowledge of design/installation practices on nuclear facilities.
Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
Chartered/Inc. Engineer (or working towards).
Knowledge of CE marking, ATEX, PED, LVD, Machinery Directive, EMC.
Eligible for Security Clearance (SC)
Desirable: multi-discipline project experience, client-facing leadership, 18th Edition Wiring Regs.
Career development with leadership and mentoring opportunities.
Apply now and help deliver the next generation of nuclear energy projects.
Back to searchPrincipal Electrical Design Engineer
Morson Talent
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 22 days
Manchester, Greater Manchester M24WU, England
£60,000 - £72,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Principal Electrical Design Engineer position is a hybrid role based in Manchester, requiring occasional site and client visits.
- The successful candidate will lead electrical design packages and provide technical leadership in the Nuclear Energy sector, ensuring compliance with safety requirements and legislation.
- Candidates should possess significant electrical engineering experience in the nuclear sector, a degree in Electrical Engineering, and ideally be Chartered or working towards it.
- The role offers opportunities for mentoring junior engineers and career development in a challenging and rewarding environment.
- The salary for this position is competitive, and applicants are expected to have at least 5 years of relevant experience.
