Job Description

Company Description

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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.

The Job Mission

This is a hybrid role, with three days a week based at our Bristol (Aztec West) office. We can only consider candidates living within a commutable distance, though limited relocation support may be available.


You'll take the lead on fire detection systems within a major nuclear project, ensuring supplier performance, design compliance, and technical integrity from design to delivery.

Responsibilities:

Resolve technical queries between suppliers and the client Support the contract lead through design and procurement stages Follow equipment manufacture, testing, and on-site delivery Review supplier technical documents and surveillance reports Manage risks, opportunities, and design change requests Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces for fire detection systems Validate and track modifications using dedicated tools

Qualifications

Skills & Qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering Knowledge of fire detection and protection standards Experience in instrumentation equipment design or procurement Strong background in technical document review and supplier follow-up Familiarity with UK/EU electrical standards Experience in heavy industries such as nuclear, power, or oil & gas

Additional Information

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.