Lead Safety Case Engineer (Nuclear & Defence)

Amentum; West of England, Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking Safety Case Engineers to develop safety justification for nuclear infrastructure within the Defence & Security sector, working in a hybrid model with some client-site visits. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in safety cases for high-hazard industries and nuclear defence projects, and will contribute to multi-disciplinary design and safety reviews.

The role emphasizes technical quality, client communication, and strengthening safety culture across complex facilities

Qualifications

• Lead the development of the appropriate and proportionate safety case documentation for nuclear/defence facilities.
• Deliver robust safety arguments for high hazard industries with a focus on quality and regulatory alignment.
• Communicate findings effectively with clients and design teams to support design reviews and safety assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of safety justification for nuclear, product, construction, process and HSE aspects.
• Engage with clients, participate in Design Reviews, HAZOPs, HAZCONs, SHERAs and stakeholder meetings.
• Contribute to safety requirements in designs for complex facilities, systems and equipment.
• Ensure adherence to business and quality management systems and foster a strong safety culture.

Skills

Safety case development

Nuclear safety

Hazop experience

Job description

Amentum is seeking Safety Case Engineers to develop safety justification for nuclear infrastructure within the Defence & Security sector, working in a hybrid model with some client-site visits. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in safety cases for high-hazard industries and nuclear defence projects, and will contribute to multi-disciplinary design and safety reviews.

The role emphasizes technical quality, client communication, and strengthening safety culture across complex facilities