Engineering Manager

Assystem
is an international company with one mission:
accelerate the energy transition
around the world.

Every day, our
6,750 Switchers
located in
12 countries
(Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their
six thousand billion neurons

to tackle the task of the century:
switching to low-carbon energy

.

We are a
collective
committed to the actors making the
energy switch

. Sharing our
knowledge

,
expertise

and
values

allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition.

With over
55 years of experience

in highly regulated sectors with strict safety and security standards , we provide
engineering and project management services
, as well as
digital solutions

to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle.

The Group is currently
ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering

.

Our goal: ensure a
viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all

.

Job Description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop
electrical systems
for the power grid — including substations, transmission lines, and distribution networks.

• Analyze and model
power systems

.

• Lead and deliver
grid connection studies
, ensuring compliance with relevant
grid codes and regulations

.

• Collaborate with
multidisciplinary teams

(civil, protection engineers, etc.) to integrate solutions for major infrastructure projects.

• Manage projects from
start to finish

, including safety assessments, risk management , and contractor oversight.

• Use analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot electrical issues and maintain existing plant and equipment.

• Liaise with
external stakeholders

(network operators, regulators) to ensure projects meet all technical and compliance standards.

• Deliver to plan all
engineering deliverables

, through collaboration with key stakeholders.

• Ensure delivery to plan of the
Technical Acceptance

and associated surveillance.

• Manage
design interfaces

and supplier feedback efficiently.

• Support the
Quality Management Lead

by driving the technical resolution of manufacturing NCRs.

• Follow-up
equipment qualification programmes

to expedite related engineering issues (queries, deviations, changes, etc.).

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

• Over 55 years in nuclear engineering.
• Ranked among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies.
• Attractive social benefits, including an engaging Employee Committee and holiday bonuses.
• Ongoing training with numerous career opportunities.
• 70% of our managers are promoted internally
• Hybrid work: 1-2 days remote per week.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering
technical leadership

in complex, safety-critical environments — ideally in the
Nuclear Energy sector

or similar regulated field.

• Strong understanding of
integrated management systems

, including policies, procedures, and standards.

• Experience in
power systems engineering
and/or
grid connections

.

• Skilled in
stakeholder engagement

and issue resolution.

• Excellent communication , presentation , and facilitation skills.

• Strong
analytical and numerical ability

.

• Understanding of
PWR design
(advantageous).

• Familiarity with
EU directives
,
British Standards
, and company procedures.

• Degree and
Chartered Engineer status (CEng)
in engineering, construction, or a related field.

• Knowledge of
CDM Regulations

.

Additional Information

Additional Information

•
BPSS required

• Ability to
travel

to Assystem offices and customer sites within the UK.

• Involvement in
major UK and international nuclear projects

.

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must meet
UK residency and security clearance (minimum SC level) requirements

.

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.