Electrical Engineer (Radioprotection) in Bristol

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer (Radioprotection) to support the development and delivery of nuclear‑grade radioprotection and instrumentation systems for a long‑term programme within the energy sector. You’ll be contributing to the assurance, procurement, and installation of complex safety‑critical equipment used in radioactivity monitoring and protection. Working closely with supplier and client stakeholders, you’ll apply your expertise across the full equipment lifecycle—from design and documentation to delivery and on‑site validation.

What will you be doing?

• Provide technical clarification and support to resolve supplier and client queries across design, procurement, and delivery phases.
• Monitor manufacture, testing, and Delivery to Site (DTS) of electrical and radiological equipment, ensuring compliance with contract specifications.
• Conduct detailed reviews of supplier documents, including surveillance reports, technical specifications, and change requests.
• Manage and track contractual risks, design changes, and exemption requests, ensuring project alignment through dedicated tools.
• Interface with multiple engineering disciplines to ensure adherence to nuclear standards and radiological protection requirements.
• Support technical assessments and participate in on‑site validation activities and documentation processes.
• Experience with hydrogen detection systems.

What we’re looking for

• Degree in nuclear physics, electrical engineering, or a relevant physics‑based discipline.
• Proven experience with radioactivity detection systems and nuclear‑grade instrumentation.
• Familiarity with standards such as RCC‑E, NFC15‑100, NF C 13‑200, BS7671, or IEC 60909.
• Understanding of fire detection, instrumentation procurement, and engineering processes in regulated environments.
• Strong documentation and technical review skills using structured project tools.

Desirable skills

• Experience working on radiological protection systems, equipment handovers, and nuclear project delivery.
• Knowledge of contractual tools, interface management, and supplier technical documentation processes.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nuclear Physics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related technical field.
• Professional training or certification in nuclear instrumentation, radioprotection, or electrical safety standards is advantageous.
• Exposure to UK nuclear industry practices and associated regulatory frameworks is beneficial.
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in nuclear engineering or instrumentation design is a plus.

Benefits

• A personalised career path and rewarding management style.
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies with premium customers.
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries.
• A competitive salary.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Pension scheme.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme among many additional benefits.
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team building.
• Flexible way of working (role dependent).

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Security Clearance

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.