Electrical Engineer – Cable Sizing/Routing

Overview

In this Electrical Engineer (Cable Routing) role, you will structure and manage the flow of electrical and instrumentation cables for a major Nuclear Project in Bristol. You will work closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, compliant routing that aligns with system architecture. The position offers hands-on experience in high-integrity engineering environments with tangible impact. You will contribute to documentation and handover activities to support routed cabling systems. This role suits engineers looking to grow within regulated energy/infrastructure projects and gain scale in critical installations.

Pay / Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere and team events
• Flexible working (role dependent)

Responsibilities

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

Key requirements

• 2–12 years of experience in electrical engineering or related field
• Understanding of cable types including power, control, and I&C cables
• Interest in regulated, technical environments such as energy or infrastructure
• Familiarity with routing tools, schematics, and layout coordination is a plus
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn from experienced engineers
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience

• Strong communication
• Eagerness to learn
• Collaborative mindset
• Routing tools
• Schematics
• Physical layout coordination

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