Control Systems Specialist

3 weeks ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom westlakesrecruit Full time

About Us

At Westlakes Recruit, we specialize in providing expert recruitment services to the nuclear industry. Our team has extensive knowledge and experience in this sector, and we are committed to delivering exceptional results.

Job Description

  • Support requirements capture and systems engineering approach for new architectures
  • Contribute to projects across the project lifecycle from bid generation, through concept and detailed design development to installation and commissioning
  • Work on systems integration, testing and validation of PLC, SCADA and simulator systems
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the practical aspects of implementing engineering designs and understand the use of standards and compliance with regulatory requirements in an engineering environment
  • Produce high-quality technical reports
  • Simplify complex problems
  • Build and maintain valuable relationships

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate can expect a salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, plus a range of benefits including pension scheme, life assurance, and holiday entitlement.

Key Requirements

  • MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc or equivalent in EC&I or another relevant discipline, working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with a relevant professional body (we will support you)
  • An awareness of civil nuclear plant systems, structures and components and associated design and assessment guidelines (or relevant engineering principles from other highly regulated industries)
  • An understanding of the relevant guidelines, standards and practices (e.g., IEC 61508, 61511, 61513, 61226, ONR SAPs / TAGS)
  • Knowledge and experience in the systematic design lifecycle of a C&I system; including specification, design, assessment, verification, testing, installation, commissioning and maintenance of safety or process critical I&C Systems
  • Knowledge of high integrity hardware or software-based control systems for industrial equipment
  • Motivated team member with the ability to work to deadlines and communicate project progress
  • Good communication skills and ability to articulate information to a broad range of stakeholders
  • Committed to Continuous Professional Development


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