Deputy Electrical Senior Authorised Engineer

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow.

At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

As Deputy Electrical Senior Authorised Engineer, you will oversee site-wide electrical, control, and instrumentation strategy through Area Electrical Engineers. Report to the Head of Engineering Governance and coordinate with key stakeholders to deploy governance activities. Primarily office-based with some home working opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and ensure compliance with industry regulations, including Conventional and Nuclear Safety.
• Deliver CE&I governance by setting standards, guiding engineering, and monitoring performance through audits and metrics.
• Ensure CE&I processes meet national/international standards, Nuclear Site Licence Conditions, and CDM 2015 regulations.
• Oversee 11kV system governance, including switching approvals, engineering oversight, protection studies, and input on related projects.
• Manage Design Authority functions as part of major and minor new projects.
• Work with other engineering disciplines, team members, engineers and the wider Springfields team.
• Apply Human Factors principles in all engineering activities.
• Support and mentor junior engineers, graduates, and apprentices.
• Maintain WEC training compliance and pursue CPD, with some travel required.
• Support wider engineering activities, including COMAH oversight, process safety, and related areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in a relevant CE&I engineering environment
• Experience CE&I engineering governance
• Preferably worked within a Design Authority or similar oversight function
• Familiarity with 11kV electrical distribution systems
• Proficient in BS7671 (18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations)
• Knowledge of CE&I standards and regulations (national/international)
• Understanding of Human Factors and Functional Safety (IEC 61508/61511, SIL levels)

Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

• Attractive remuneration
• Great benefits and safety:
• Peer-to-peer recognition program
• Life insurance
• DC Pension plan
• Learning and development opportunities

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting Westinghouse UK Nuclear | Westinghouse.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability.

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Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Utilities

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