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AtkinsRéalis

Engineering services for infrastructure and energy

Electrical Engineer - Highways

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
United Kingdom
HybridHybrid working culture; UK residency of 5 years or longer may be required for vetting.
Electrical EngineeringTelecommunications Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • Relevant vocational qualifications; a Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science, Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma is desirable.
  • Membership of an appropriate professional institution, such as IET or IHE.
  • Working towards Incorporated Engineer or Chartered Engineer level.
  • Competence in Intelligent Transport Systems and technology design and assessment.
  • Knowledge of Construction (Design and Management) regulations and other health and safety legislation.
  • Competence in exercising the Designer’s duties and the Principal Designer duties under Construction (Design and Management) regulations.
  • Strong information technology skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of design and assessment standards relevant to Intelligent Transport Systems and technology, including DMRB, MCHW, IEC and the 18th Edition IET Requirements for Electrical Installations (C&G 2382).
  • Working knowledge of Intelligent Transport Systems and technology equipment, including CCTV, signals, VMS, ERT and MIDAS.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment are desirable.
  • Knowledge of communication networks and cyber security is desirable.
  • Experience of highway design at various stages of the project lifecycle is desirable.
  • Experience in Intelligent Transport Systems, electrical designs, highways standards and commissioning is advantageous.
  • Experience preparing and checking reports and drawings for design or construction projects is desirable.
  • Appropriate CSCS card registration is desirable.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Project is desirable.
  • Consultation experience with National Highways, local councils, emergency services and key stakeholders is desirable.
  • Broad skills, knowledge or understanding of other technology-related design areas are desirable.
  • A UK driving licence or a licence covered by a reciprocal agreement is desirable.
  • Project management and team-building skills.
  • Ability to develop relationships and build trust at all levels of the Connect Plus Services organisation and with clients.
  • Willingness to work collaboratively and share knowledge, ideas and expertise with customers, suppliers and stakeholders.
  • Ability to plan and organise work safely and efficiently, adapt to changing business and customer demands, and multitask and prioritise.
Responsibilities
  • Review, lead and manage Intelligent Transport Systems and technology systems design undertaken by the framework and external consultants.
  • Manage and provide cost-effective design solutions to maintain or improve the M25 Intelligent Transport Systems and technology assets to agreed standards, considering key stakeholder needs.
  • Deliver agreed outcomes for National Highways to programme and budget and meet CPS quality standards.
  • Coordinate and collaborate between design, asset and project management teams and organisations, including National Highways SES.
  • Manage design delivery and review documentation from external consultants.
  • Complete technology design for a range of Intelligent Transport Systems assets, including CCTV, signals, VMS, ERT and MIDAS, on time and to budget, and present or report progress to the client.
  • Produce, check and certify designs, documents, reports and deliverables from internal and external designers, ensuring designs are complete and compliant before submission to National Highways through the review process.
  • Assist the wider design team with improvement and renewal schemes.
  • Deliver agreed outcomes and scope on time and to budget, meeting technical standards and legal requirements.
  • Undertake in-house design of selected technology packages.
  • Undertake optioneering and feasibility assessments of design solutions and prepare whole-life costing.
  • Develop and agree briefs with the design team and design suppliers covering scope, budget and programme, and obtain agreement from the Asset Head.
  • Prepare and submit instructions to design suppliers.
  • Contribute to the design review and certification process in accordance with the DBFO contract.
  • Ensure designs meet the quality standards required by the DBFO contract and CPS internal standards.
  • Work with the project manager on internal reviews during the design phase to ensure timely reviews and appropriate sign-off.
  • Contribute to design and supplier costs and budgets and review supplier invoices for payment when required.
  • Liaise with National Highways on technical issues and submissions.
  • Liaise with other teams within Connect Plus and CPS as required.
  • Liaise with statutory bodies and authorities, including highway authorities, planning authorities and statutory undertakers.
  • Report to the project manager on performance against budget and programme.
  • Lead innovation and continual improvement in scheme delivery and design and construction techniques.
  • Support development of in-house design capability and continual improvement of processes and deliverables.
  • Capture project learning and best practice for sharing across the business.
  • Deputise for the line manager as required.
  • Ensure the Principal Designer and delegated duties are met under Construction (Design and Management) regulations.
  • Support delivery of the business’s sustainability activities.
Desired Qualifications
  • For internal candidates, a secondment for 12–18 months may be considered.

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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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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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

1%
Yahoo Finance
Aug 7th, 2026
AtkinsRéalis' nuclear revenue up 18% to $671M as union calls for fair contract

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.

Associated Press
Aug 6th, 2026
AtkinsRéalis Q2 revenue up 10% to $3B, adjusted EPS rises 20% to $0.97

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.

Associated Press
Jul 13th, 2026
AtkinsRéalis strengthens board with two AI and technology experts

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.

Yahoo Finance
Jun 5th, 2026
AtkinsRéalis secures EDF nuclear framework and names Byron Bright as US president from July 2026

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.

PR Newswire
Jun 2nd, 2026
AtkinsRéalis names Byron Bright as US president in planned succession

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.