Civil Engineer – Nuclear

ALTEN Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private MedicalInsurance

Cycle& Tech Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & Pension Scheme

Social atmosphere, team events

Flexible way of working (roleDependent

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking a Civil Engineer to support major infrastructure projects and develop technical capabilities within a multidisciplinary team. You will contribute to design, coordination and delivery across project phases in a dynamic engineering environment.

The successful candidate will work on drainage, earthworks, utilities and highway design, ensuring compliance with standards and client requirements while collaborating with other disciplines.

Qualifications

• Experience working on infrastructure, construction, utilities or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of civil engineering design principles and industry standards.
• Experience preparing technical reports, calculations and design documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive and solution-focused approach to engineering challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of civil engineering design activities from concept through to detailed design.
• Produce and review technical calculations, reports and engineering documentation.
• Assist with site development, infrastructure and utility designs.
• Support drainage, earthworks and civil engineering assessments.
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical and project engineering teams.
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, regulations and client requirements.
• Support project delivery activities to achieve cost, quality and schedule objectives.
• Contribute to technical problem solving and engineering improvement initiatives.
• Assist with preparation of engineering deliverables and project documentation.

Skills

Infrastructure projects experience

Civil engineering design principles

Technical report & calculation prep

Communication & stakeholder engagement

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Proactive problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Equivalent military experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

ALTEN is seeking a Civil Engineer to support the delivery of major infrastructure and engineering projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to further develop their technical capabilities while working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

The successful candidate will contribute to the design, coordination and delivery of civil engineering solutions across various project phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of civil engineering design activities from concept through to detailed design.
• Produce and review technical calculations, reports and engineering documentation.
• Assist with site development, infrastructure and utility designs.
• Support drainage, earthworks and civil engineering assessments.
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical and project engineering teams.
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, regulations and client requirements.
• Support project delivery activities to achieve cost, quality and schedule objectives.
• Contribute to technical problem solving and engineering improvement initiatives.
• Assist with preparation of engineering deliverables and project documentation.

Required Skills:

• Experience working on infrastructure, construction, utilities or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of civil engineering design principles and industry standards.
• Experience preparing technical reports, calculations and design documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive and solution-focused approach to engineering challenges.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, orequivalentmilitary experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience using AutoCAD, Civil 3D or similar design software.

Experience in one or more of the following:

• Drainage Design
• Earthworks
• Site Development
• Utilities Infrastructure
• Highway Design
• Experience within Nuclear, Energy, Water, Rail or Infrastructure sectors.
• Progress towards ICE professional membership or chartership pathway.

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private MedicalInsurance
• Cycle& Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings &team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.