Principal Nuclear Safety Case Engineer

Mott MacDonald; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work atmosphere

Performance bonuses

Life insurance and income protection

Extra annual leave option

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Mott MacDonald’s Defence Division in Adelaide seeks a Principal Safety Case Engineer to lead complex nuclear safety cases for Australia’s sovereign programme. You will provide technical assurance, mentor specialists, and engage with clients and regulators in a highly regulated environment.

The role offers relocation support for suitable candidates and opportunities to influence national capability while working with international experts across our global business.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, physics or STEM field.
• Significant nuclear safety case or safety assurance experience.
• Experience in nuclear, defence or high-hazard regulated industries.
• Chartered status or progress toward chartership.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to influence decisions.
• Passion for coaching and mentoring others in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of complex nuclear safety cases.
• Provide technical assurance and strategic guidance across major programmes.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients and regulators.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor emerging safety professionals.
• Contribute to business growth, capability development and recruitment.
• Support the development of Australia’s sovereign nuclear engineering capability.

Skills

Nuclear safety case

Safety assurance

Regulatory engagement

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching & mentoring

Chartered status

Education

Engineering or Physics degree

Tools

Hazard studies (HAZOP/HAZAN)

Regulatory processes

Job description

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it. We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Shape Australia's Nuclear Future and Your Opportunity

Join one of Australia's most significant defence and nuclear programmes supporting the delivery of the AUKUS partnership and Australia's future naval nuclear capability.

Due to strong growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, Mott MacDonald's Defence Division in Adelaide has an exciting opening for a Principal Safety Case Engineer to support the delivery of complex naval nuclear programme. As a Principal Nuclear Safety Case Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across complex, high-profile projects supporting Australia's sovereign defence capability. Working alongside leading specialists from Australia, the UK and across our global business, you will influence safety outcomes, mentor future leaders and help establish the foundations of Australia's evolving nuclear industry. In this position you will:

• Lead the development and delivery of complex nuclear safety cases.
• Provide technical assurance and strategic guidance across major programmes.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients and regulators.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor emerging safety professionals.
• Contribute to business growth, capability development and recruitment within our expanding nuclear practice.
• Support the development of Australia's sovereign nuclear engineering capability.

Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Nuclear safety case development and substantiation
• Deterministic and Probabilistic Safety Assessment
• Regulatory engagement and licensing activities
• Design change and modification safety assessments
• ALARP and risk assessment studies
• Decommissioning and lifecycle safety management
• Functional safety and engineering substantiation
• Hazard identification and risk studies (HAZOP, HAZAN and related techniques)
• Nuclear fire and criticality assessment

About You

• A degree in engineering, physics or another relevant STEM discipline.
• Significant experience delivering nuclear safety case or safety assurance activities.
• Experience within nuclear, defence or other high-hazard regulated industries.
• Chartered status (or strong progress toward chartership).
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence technical decisions.
• A passion for developing others through coaching and mentoring.
• The ability to work within highly regulated and complex delivery environments.

Due to the nature of our defence projects, successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance (Australian NV1 or UK SC/DV equivalent). We will support suitable candidates through the clearance process where required.

As a recognised Veteran Employment Supporter and signatory to the Veteran Employment Commitment, we actively encourage applications from current and former Australian Defence Force personnel.

Culture & Benefits

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Comprehensive coverage including life and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

Relocation & International Candidates

We are actively seeking experienced nuclear professionals from Australia, the United Kingdom and other established nuclear markets to help shape Australia's future naval nuclear capability.

For candidates relocating to Adelaide, we offer relocation support and assistance with visa and mobility arrangements where applicable. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise to a once-in-a-generation programme while enjoying Adelaide's exceptional lifestyle, affordability and access to world-class food, wine and natural attractions.

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

Location(s):

Adelaide, SA, AU

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Defence and security

Discipline: Project programme and commercial management

Job Ref: 9790