Engineering Assistant

About the Role This 12‑month placement gives you the opportunity to work within the Fuel Route Department , supporting equipment reliability, plant performance and engineering assurance across electrical, mechanical and C&I systems. You’ll work in a multi‑discipline team, learn the fundamentals of nuclear safety, and gain experience in operational engineering at a functioning power station. You will also take on real project work that contributes directly to plant reliability, safety systems and departmental improvement activity. Key Criteria / Must‑Haves To be considered, applicants must: Be on track to achieve (or already hold) at least a 2:2 degree in one of the following: Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Control & Instrumentation Engineering Have strong analytical and technical problem‑solving skills Be confident working in a safety‑led, regulated engineering environment Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork abilities Have a genuine interest in large‑scale engineering, plant systems and nuclear operations Hold the legal right to work in the UK from the placement start date Desirable qualities: Curiosity about plant systems, reliability engineering or operational safety Experience with technical analysis, lab work or engineering projects A proactive approach to learning and problem solving What You’ll Gain £24,500 annual salary Mentorship from highly experienced electrical, mechanical and C&I engineers First-hand experience working on operational nuclear plant systems Training in nuclear safety, engineering assurance and human performance tools Cross‑functional exposure to other departments in the power station A strong foundation for future engineering roles in energy or heavy industry Benefits Market‑leading pension scheme Access to a flexible and customisable benefits package, including: Electric vehicle leasing Discounted gym membership Tech and lifestyle vouchers Life assurance Experience days Wellbeing, learning and development support

Location: Scotland,, GB

Posted Date: 11/17/2025