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We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.\nAs an Operational Technology (OT) Engineer at Springfields Fuels Ltd, you will help maintain and improve the industrial control systems (ICS) that underpin our nuclear fuel manufacturing operations.\nWorking at the intersection of engineering and cyber security, you will support, designing, and enhancing PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems across the site. Your work will ensure that these systems operate safely, securely, and in compliance with regulatory standards set by the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) and the NIS Regulations.\nYou will report to OT Systems Lead / Engineering Manager. 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We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.\nBelow is an example of what employees in the UK can expect:\nAttractive remuneration\nGreat benefits for your convenience and safety:Peer-to-peer recognition program.\nLife insurance\nPension plan\nEmployee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members\n\nLearning and development opportunities.\nWe encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.\nYou can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.\nWestinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.\nGet connected with Westinghouse on social media: Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn| YouTube","description_format":"text","description_chars":5226,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":true,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Hybrid work","Life insurance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Energy & Utilities","Nuclear Energy","Information Security"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-28T03:23:37Z"}],"visa":[{"country":"US","licensed_sponsor":true,"evidence":"H-1B filings in 12 months: 2","filings_12m":2,"filings_prev_12m":1,"green_card_filings_12m":0,"median_offered_wage_usd":92500,"route":null,"cap_exempt":false,"checked_at":"2026-10-03T21:08:04+00:00","sources":["US Department of Labor: LCA disclosure data (H-1B, H-1B1, E-3)"],"filings_for_role_12m":0},{"country":"CA","licensed_sponsor":true,"evidence":"Positions approved through LMIA in 12 months: 1","filings_12m":1,"filings_prev_12m":3,"green_card_filings_12m":null,"median_offered_wage_usd":null,"route":"High Wage","cap_exempt":false,"checked_at":"2026-10-03T21:10:52+00:00","sources":["ESDC: employers issued a positive LMIA"],"filings_for_role_12m":0},{"country":"GB","licensed_sponsor":true,"evidence":"Licensed UK visa sponsor (Senior or Specialist Worker, Skilled Worker)","filings_12m":null,"filings_prev_12m":null,"green_card_filings_12m":null,"median_offered_wage_usd":null,"route":"Global Business Mobility: Senior or Specialist Worker; 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