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Our Vacancy

Electrical Design Engineer – Fire Detection Systems

  • Nuclear
  • Permanent /
  • Bristol
  • United Kingdom
  • 14/10/25
  • On site

⚡️💡 About Assystem

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With over 7,500 Switchers combining engineering and project management expertise with cutting-edge digital tools, we help deliver landmark projects such as Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C and Small Modular Reactors. In the UK, our teams are shaping the future of low-carbon energy through world-class engineering.


🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?

Joining Assystem means becoming part of one of the three largest nuclear engineering companies in the world. You’ll collaborate with experts across the energy and infrastructure sectors, contributing to complex, meaningful projects that power tomorrow.


 


Job Description

🚀 The Job Mission
This is a hybrid role based at our Bristol (Aztec West) office, typically three days per week. We can only consider those within a commutable distance, though relocation support may be offered.
You’ll play a key role in designing and maintaining the fire detection systems for a major nuclear project, ensuring technical accuracy, system integration, and full lifecycle compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Produce and update documentation for fire detection systems
  • Design and verify control logic and interface configurations
  • Support system design, construction, and commissioning activities
  • Review and maintain safety, environmental, and operating specifications
  • Ensure full integration of 3D models and functional diagrams
  • Manage modification requests and validate technical feasibility
  • Collaborate across engineering teams to ensure design consistency

 

My profile

🛠 Skills & Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical /Electronic Engineering or similar discpline
  • Knowledge of fire detection and protection systems
  • Experience in system design, testing, or documentation development
  • Proven ability to review and manage technical documentation
  • Familiarity with BS 7671 and IEC 60909 electrical standards
  • Background in nuclear, power generation, or heavy industrial sectors
  • Proficient in design tools and engineering data systems

 

🌟 This is your opportunity to help shape the UK’s clean-energy future, working within a team that delivers engineering excellence on globally significant nuclear projects. Join Assystem and be part of something powerful.

Benefits include:
🏡 Hybrid Working Opportunity
🕒 Flexible working hours
🛡️ Pension scheme (8% company / 4% personal contribution)
🏖️ 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell option
💼 Professional fees reimbursed
💰 Employee referral scheme
🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
🏥 Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover
💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes
📞 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help

 

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

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