Electrical Engineer - Cable Routing

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Job Description

ALTEN UK is seeking a Electrical Engineer (Cable Routing) to support key infrastructure on a major programme within a Nuclear Project in Bristol. You’ll play a hands‑on role in structuring and managing the flow of electrical and instrumentation cables, contributing to the safe and efficient routing of critical systems. This is a fantastic entry point into high‑integrity engineering environments with real‑world impact.

What will you be doing?

• Design and implement cable routing structures for power, I&C (Instrumentation and Control), and other electrical systems.
• Interpret layout and electrical diagrams to ensure accurate and compliant routing from origin to endpoint.
• Support senior engineers in the layout and integration of cable trays, ducts, and penetrations across facilities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cable routing aligns with system architecture and site requirements.
• Perform basic checks for separation, bundling, and interconnectivity to ensure compliance with safety and technical standards.
• Contribute to documentation and support handover preparation for routed cabling systems.

You are…

• Passionate about engineering
• Result‑oriented
• Proactive

Qualifications

• Engineers with 2‑12 years of experience in an electrical engineering or related field.
• Understanding of cable types including power cables, control cables, and I&C cables.
• Interest in working within highly regulated and technical environments such as energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with routing tools, schematics, and physical layout coordination is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn from experienced engineering teams.

Desirable Skills

• Internship or coursework experience in cable routing, site layouts, or electrical infrastructure design.
• Exposure to energy or industrial projects (nuclear, power generation, infrastructure) is beneficial but not essential.

Additional Information

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In short you get

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical & Travel Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle‑to‑work Scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Consulting

Industries

Software Development; IT Services; IT Consulting