Company: AWE Nuclear Security Technologies
Location: Reading
Posted: May 13th, 2026
EC&I Control Room Engineer
Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.
Package: 39,280 - 48,000 + generous allowances (depending on your suitability and level of experience)
Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Ready to play your part?
At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?
AWE is currently recruiting an EC&I Engineer to join our Control Room operations, providing round-the-clock (24/7) monitoring of critical electrical and electronic systems.
This role is suited to an experienced EC&I professional with a strong background in fault finding and system diagnostics who is confident making informed, engineer led decisions when issues arise while consistently maintaining the highest safety standards.
We're seeking a calm, decisive professional who thrives in a safety-critical environment and can remain composed under pressure.
Who are we looking for?
What will you be responsible for?
24/7 monitoring of electrical and electronic systems within a control room setting
Ensuring full compliance with company instructions, procedures, safe systems of work and health & safety requirements
Monitoring and responding to alarms and events across HVAC, Fire Systems and SIDS
Fault finding and diagnostics across multiple integrated systems
Planning for system failures, understanding operational impact and supporting mitigation strategies
Analysing system data to identify trends and produce clear, accurate reports
To be considered, you will need:
A minimum of NVQ Level 3,ONC or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Electronic or EC&I disciplines, or a completed apprenticeship in one of these areas
Extensive hands-on experience working with EC&I systems
Working knowledge of HVAC and Fire Systems
Willingness and capability to work in restrictive PPE and hazardous environments
Flexibility and commitment to working a 24/7 shift pattern
Experience using data analysis to identify trends and support reporting
Strong communication skills with the ability to make sound engineering decisions
A calm and methodical approach, particularly in safety critical situations
Work hard, be rewarded:
We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:
9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.
The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston.
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