Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering Design Intern

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow.

At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

As an Intern at Westinghouse Springfields, you will support the design and development of electrical and instrumentation systems used in nuclear fuel manufacturing and site infrastructure. You'll work with experienced engineers on real-world projects, contributing to safety-critical systems and gaining exposure to the nuclear sector.

This paid internship is based at Westinghouse Springfields in Preston, England. It runs for 12 months and is scheduled to start in June 2026, or earlier if you are available

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design and drafting of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and instrumentation layouts.
• Support the specification and selection of instrumentation and control components.
• Participate in testing, calibration, and commissioning of electrical and control systems.
• Contribute to safety assessments and compliance with UK nuclear and electrical standards.
• Update technical documentation, drawings, and asset registers.
• Collaborate with diverse teams including mechanical, process, and safety engineers.

Requirements:

• Work towards a BEng (Hons) or MEng degree in in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Control Engineering, or a related discipline at a UK University
• Achieve a minimum grade of 2:1 (Honours Degree) or Merit (Masters Degree).
• Academic foundation in circuit theory, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar CAD tools an advantage
• Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, or industrial automation.
• You must be eligible for BPSS and Security Check (SC) clearance, which t requires UK nationality and residency.

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Why Westinghouse

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

• Attractive compensation
• Mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Exposure to nuclear industry standards.
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainability and innovation in energy.