Electrical SME - Roads & Bridges
About the job
- A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
- A minimum of 15 years of electrical engineering experience in major infrastructure projects is required.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience supporting bridge, highway, transportation, or urban infrastructure developments is required.
- Significant experience with electrical systems associated with transportation infrastructure is required.
- Expert-level electrical engineering knowledge is required.
- Strong technical review and engineering assurance capabilities are required.
- Multidisciplinary design and construction coordination capabilities are required.
- Electrical utility and stakeholder management expertise is required.
- Testing and commissioning leadership capabilities are required.
- Problem-solving and risk management skills are required.
- Technical report writing and presentation skills are required.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities are required.
- Technical leadership and decision-making skills are required.
- A strategic and analytical mindset is required.
- High attention to detail and quality is required.
- A proactive and solution-oriented approach is required.
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills are required.
- Ability to lead within multidisciplinary project environments is required.
- Commitment to safety, innovation, and operational excellence is required.
- Act as the lead Electrical Subject Matter Expert for the client.
- Provide technical leadership and engineering guidance to project management, design teams, construction teams, and stakeholders.
- Review electrical engineering deliverables, designs, specifications, calculations, and technical reports.
- Provide solutions to complex technical challenges relating to electrical infrastructure systems.
- Ensure project electrical systems achieve operational, safety, sustainability, and maintainability objectives.
- Participate in technical governance reviews and engineering assurance processes.
- Provide subject matter expertise on bridge lighting, navigation lighting where applicable, bridge power distribution, bridge monitoring and instrumentation power, electrical systems for movable bridge operations where applicable, aviation obstruction lighting, and emergency electrical systems.
- Provide subject matter expertise on highway and roadway lighting, interchange and flyover electrical infrastructure, Intelligent Transportation Systems power supply networks, Variable Message Signs power infrastructure, traffic signal electrical systems, roadside electrical equipment and cabinets, utility corridors and electrical distribution networks, and underpass and tunnel electrical systems.
- Provide subject matter expertise on pumping stations, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition-connected electrical systems, fire alarm and emergency systems, backup power and generator systems, Uninterruptible Power Supply systems, and electrical systems associated with landscape and irrigation infrastructure.
- Review concept, preliminary, detailed design, and Issued for Construction electrical deliverables.
- Verify compliance with project requirements, utility regulations, and applicable standards.
- Coordinate design interfaces with civil, structural, mechanical, utilities, Intelligent Transportation Systems, traffic, and architectural disciplines.
- Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews and value engineering exercises.
- Provide technical support throughout electrical construction activities.
- Review contractor shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements.
- Monitor electrical installation activities and ensure compliance with approved designs.
- Support construction teams in resolving site-related technical issues.
- Ensure adherence to project quality standards and installation requirements.
- Lead resolution of electrical interface issues affecting construction progress.
- Lead review and implementation of bridge and roadway lighting systems.
- Ensure compliance with applicable lighting standards and safety requirements.
- Assess illumination levels, lighting controls, energy efficiency, and operational performance.
- Review smart lighting and adaptive lighting technologies where required.
- Support lighting commissioning and performance verification activities.
- Coordinate with utility authorities and service providers for electrical utility interfaces.
- Ensure utility requirements are integrated into project schedules and construction planning.
- Participate in utility coordination meetings and authority approvals.
- Lead electrical testing and commissioning activities.
- Review commissioning procedures and testing protocols.
- Validate system functionality, reliability, and operational readiness.
- Ensure successful integration of electrical systems with Intelligent Transportation Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, mechanical, and control systems.
- Support project handover and asset transition activities.
- Ensure all electrical works comply with project quality requirements.
- Review Inspection and Test Plans.
- Participate in inspections, audits, and technical reviews.
- Review non-conformance reports and corrective action plans.
- Verify electrical deliverables satisfy contract requirements and client expectations.
- Promote energy-efficient and sustainable electrical engineering solutions.
- Support lifecycle cost optimization and asset reliability initiatives.
- Assess maintainability and operational efficiency of installed electrical systems.
- Review operation and maintenance strategies and documentation.
- Support implementation of smart infrastructure and digital asset management principles.
- Identify technical risks associated with electrical systems and infrastructure interfaces.
- Maintain electrical engineering risk assessments and mitigation plans.
- Support constructability, operability, and maintainability reviews.
- Provide recommendations to minimize project and operational risks.
- Participate in project risk workshops and technical reviews.
- Ensure electrical systems comply with project health, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Promote safe design and installation practices.
- Review electrical safety measures, lock-out/tag-out procedures, and commissioning safety plans.
- Support compliance with environmental and sustainability objectives.
- Promote safe energization and operational readiness processes.
- A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or Infrastructure Engineering is preferred.
- Chartered Engineer, Professional Engineer, or equivalent professional accreditation is highly desirable.
- Membership of a recognized professional institution such as IEEE, IET, or equivalent is preferred.
- Previous experience on projects exceeding USD 250 million is preferred.
- GCC and Saudi Arabia project experience is highly desirable.
- Experience with international consultants, project management consultancies, government clients, or major contractors is preferred.
About the company
AtkinsRéalis provides engineering services focused on nuclear and infrastructure projects, connecting people, data and technology to transform energy systems and infrastructure worldwide. Its offering combines consulting, design, engineering and project management delivered from concept to commissioning by a global team of experts. The company differentiates itself through its global reach and end-to-end capability across conventional engineering and nuclear sectors, enabling coordinated multi-discipline delivery. Its goal is to improve infrastructure and energy systems worldwide by delivering integrated, high-quality engineering solutions that meet client needs and industry standards.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$2.8B
Headquarters
Epsom, United Kingdom
Founded
1938
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 revenue rose 10% to $3.0 billion, with $20.2 billion backlog.
- Nuclear revenue hit $671.2 million, and management lifted 2026 nuclear guidance to $2.7 billion.
- TOBIN, WGA, and Coras acquisitions expand Ireland, Australia, and defence pipelines.
What critics are saying
- SPEA contracts at Candu Energy expire December 31, 2026, inviting strike disruption.
- The March 10, 2026 shareholder class action attacks legacy Codelco and Saudi Arabia disclosures.
- Backlog concentration in nuclear and UK megaprojects exposes AtkinsRéalis to delay overruns.
What makes AtkinsRéalis unique
- AtkinsRéalis owns CANDU nuclear expertise, plus EPCM services across the reactor lifecycle.
- The July 6, 2026 Sizewell C framework deepens its UK nuclear incumbency.
- Its July 13, 2026 board additions signal software and AI-enabled engineering differentiation.
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1%The Society of Professional Engineers and Associates (SPEA) says AtkinsRéalis' strong second-quarter nuclear results underscore the value of engineers driving that growth. The company's nuclear segment generated $671.2 million in revenue, up 18.3% year-over-year, whilst Nuclear Segment Adjusted EBIT rose 20.8% to $77.0 million. AtkinsRéalis raised its full-year 2026 nuclear revenue outlook to approximately $2.7 billion from $2.5 billion. SPEA's collective agreements with Candu Energy, an AtkinsRéalis subsidiary, expire at year-end. SPEA President Mark Chudak said fair agreements must recognise employees' contributions. The results follow Canada's June nuclear strategy, which targets building up to 10 new large-scale reactors and establishing at least four international markets for Canadian reactor technology by 2040.
AtkinsRéalis reported second quarter 2026 revenue of $3.0 billion, up 10% year-over-year, with segment adjusted EBIT increasing 10% to $271.4 million. The engineering services and nuclear company achieved a quarterly record adjusted EBITDA of $292.9 million, up 14%. Diluted earnings per share reached $0.59, whilst adjusted diluted EPS rose 20% to $0.97. The company generated $83.5 million in net cash from operating activities and held a backlog of $20.2 billion at quarter's end. Nuclear revenue grew 18% to $671.2 million, prompting the company to raise its full-year nuclear revenue outlook to approximately $2.7 billion from $2.5 billion. Engineering services regions revenue increased 5% to $2.0 billion. AtkinsRéalis returned $245.0 million to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends during the quarter.
AtkinsRéalis has appointed Amy Bunszel and Bill Ruh to its board of directors, effective 13 July 2026. The appointments aim to strengthen the board's capabilities in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and emerging technologies. Bunszel is executive vice president of Autodesk's Architecture, Engineering and Construction business, overseeing a global software portfolio and a team of more than 2,000 professionals. She has over 25 years of experience leading product and digital transformations. Ruh is a technology executive with more than 35 years of experience in digital transformation. He previously served as CEO of GE Digital and chief digital officer at General Electric, where he led industrial digital transformations and deployed AI and cloud platforms. The appointments follow a selection process led by the Governance, Ethics and Sustainability Committee.
AtkinsRéalis Group has announced Byron Bright will become President, US, on 1 July 2026, succeeding Steve Morriss, who will continue leading the global Minerals & Metals business until year-end. The company has also been appointed by EDF and Sizewell C Limited to a long-term professional services framework for UK nuclear projects. The appointments reinforce AtkinsRéalis' position in nuclear, transport and infrastructure sectors, supporting a multiyear stream of UK nuclear work. However, analysts note earnings may contract from recent levels, with concerns about margin sustainability and reliance on non-cash earnings. Community fair value estimates range between CA$99.37 and CA$117.29, with shares potentially trading 17% above fair value despite recent pullbacks. Total capital raised has reached $295 million across multiple funding rounds.
AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. has appointed Byron Bright as President, U.S., effective 1 July 2026, succeeding Steve Morriss in a planned transition. Morriss will remain with the company until year-end, overseeing the global Minerals & Metals business and hyperscaler growth market. Bright brings over 25 years of experience in engineering and government services. He previously served as Chief Operating Officer at KBR, Inc., where he helped scale the government business through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. The appointment comes as AtkinsRéalis strengthens its U.S. position, rising from 20th to 16th in the ENR 2026 Top 20 Design Firms ranking whilst delivering record backlog in its first quarter.