Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer – Submarines

Rolls-Royce

. Take responsibility for EC&I systems and components of Ultimate Diesel Generators during installation and commissioning at EDF Hinkley Point C .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeDerby • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge in Electrical, Electronic, and Instrumentation Engineering, with a focus on Emergency and Ultimate Diesel Generators. Capable of leading EC&I systems installation and commissioning while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

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Electrical Plant ExpertiseEC&I Systems InstallationHealth And Safety ComplianceSecurity Check (SC) ClearanceTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringInstrumentation EngineeringControl SystemsPLC ProgrammingSwitchgear KnowledgeTransformer KnowledgeGenerator KnowledgeElectrical Installation StandardsTesting And Acceptance CriteriaDocumentation Creation

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationIndependent WorkCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree/HNC in Electrical EngineeringSecurity Check (SC) Clearance

Industry Keywords

Health And Safety LegislationEnvironmental LegislationCDM StandardsUltimate Diesel GeneratorsElectrical Construction Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take responsibility for EC&I systems and components of Ultimate Diesel Generators during installation and commissioning at EDF Hinkley Point C
Work closely with Engineering to become Technical Lead and represent RR CN UK at site during build, start-up and testing
Act as Senior Authorised Person and technical specialist, providing guidance and advice
Lead and guide the installer on EC&I matters to achieve flawless start-up while maintaining health and safety, quality, environmental and cost standards
Update the Project Manager with progress reports and support project meetings
Advise the installer on statutory and regulatory electrical installation requirements
Assist in creating documentation, standards, specifications and pass/fail criteria for testing and acceptance
Ensure electrical, instrumentation and controls equipment is installed according to design intent and engineering standards
Liaise with design engineering to clarify and resolve site issues
Advise and assist with electrical construction testing activities
Lead and manage the EC&I function for commissioning and testing
Create as-built EC&I documentation
Ensure equipment is maintained and receives the correct care and maintenance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified to degree/HNC level or equivalent in Electrical, Electronic or similar suitable Engineering subject
Extensive knowledge and experience with electrical plant including switchgear, transformers, motors, generators, PLCs, control systems and instrumentation equipment
Demonstrable understanding of electrical systems associated with Emergency/Ultimate Generators, including controls and instrumentation sub-systems
Understanding of Health and Safety and Environmental Legislation and CDM standards
Focused on safe working at site
Ability to work well within a team and independently
Must hold Security Check (SC) clearance without caveats, or be eligible for employer-supported application
Must hold UK nationality; dual nationals require additional scrutiny and background checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t currently already have this in place
Respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace
Priority given to employees identified as being at high risk
Applications encouraged from candidates with relevant experience from any grade