Nuclear Engineer

Westlakes Recruit; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking Nuclear Engineers for a hybrid position in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves reviewing design documents, maintaining Reactor Plant design intent, and problem-solving during construction. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering/Physical Science and knowledge of the nuclear industry. This opportunity also values diversity and equal opportunities in hiring.

Qualifications

• Degree Qualified Engineering/Physical Science discipline; Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear, Materials, Chemistry, Physics.
• Knowledge of the nuclear industry and Nuclear Regulations.
• Previous exposure to Engineering Lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing design documentation and assessing plant design changes.
• Ensuring maintenance of Reactor Plant design intent during build and commissioning.

Skills

Nuclear industry knowledge

Engineering Lifecycle exposure

Design change justification

Technical report writing

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Engineering/Physical Science

Job description

Overview

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for Nuclear Engineers and Senior Nuclear Engineers with a background in Nuclear or other highly regulated sector on a staff basis, to be working hybrid but willing to attend sites/offices in either Barrow or Derby.

What you'll be doing

• Reviewing design documentation and assess plant design changes
• Assessing plant build maturity for entry into subsequent build phases
• Ensuring maintenance of Reactor Plant design intent during the build and commissioning
• Technical problem-solving during plant construction and commissioning
• Writing and presenting reports with regards to Reactor Plant problem resolution
• Facilitating programme delivery through innovative engineering solutions

Your skills and experiences

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Essential:

• Degree Qualified Engineering/Physical Science discipline; Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear, Materials, Chemistry, Physics
• Knowledge of the nuclear industry and Nuclear Regulations
• Previous exposure to Engineering Lifecycle
• Proven experience of justifying design change, ideally on a Nuclear plant
• Previous Nuclear plant experience

Desirable:

• Proven technical report writing skills
• Presentation skills

Additional information

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