Control & Instrumentation Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Apr 22, 2026. AtkinsRéalis scores A on the Alion truth index.
Job Description
Overview
Do you enjoy solving complex problems, simplifying big ideas, and building trusted relationships with clients and colleagues?
As a C&I Engineer in the AtkinsRéalis Nuclear business, you’ll contribute to projects across Nuclear New Build, Decommissioning, Reactor Operations and Fusion - gaining rapid responsibility and delivering real impact alongside a diverse, supportive C&I team.
Your role
- Work on a variety of projects across the the full project lifecycle; from concept and tendering through to design development, supply, installation, commissioning and decommissioning.
- Develop and review technical documentation such as specifications, basis of design, control philosophies, instrument data sheets, loop diagrams, etc.
- Support the design of control system architectures, including I/O allocation, communication networks and control room/HMI layouts.
- Participate in safety activities including HAZOP, SIL assessments, HAZAN and FMEA, ensuring designs comply with relevant standards and regulations.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, providing technical expertise through procurement, construction and commissioning phases.
- Produce high-quality reports and drawings while managing your workload effectively and engaging directly with clients both remotely and on-site.
About you
- Degree (or equivalent) in Instrumentation or Control Engineering.
- Strong engineering judgement and solid understanding of IEC/BS standards.
- Ability to produce and review high-quality technical drawings and reports.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
- Attention to detail, good time management, and a proactive approach to learning and professional development.
Indicative salary range: £42k-£52k, subject to experience.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.
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Worker Type
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RegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.