Nuclear Engineering Placement

DBD International; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear consultancy in the UK is seeking motivated penultimate-year students in Chemical Engineering, Maths, or Physics for a placement. You will support dynamic modelling and simulation projects while developing your technical and professional skills. This role offers unique growth opportunities and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects in the nuclear sector. The ideal candidate is a confident communicator with a strong foundation in science and engineering principles.

Benefits

Up to 20% bonus

25 days holiday

Enhanced pension

Private health insurance

Private dental

Qualifications

• Expected grade: 2:1 or above.
• Confident communicator and collaborative team member.
• Commutable distance from Warrington office.

Responsibilities

• Support dynamic modelling and simulation projects.
• Use digital tools to solve industrial problems.
• Develop skills with guidance from experienced engineers.
• Contribute to projects impacting safety and efficiency.

Skills

Foundation in science/engineering principles

Interest in nuclear engineering

Interest in digital modelling tools

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Penultimate-year student in Chemical Engineering, Maths, or Physics

Job description

Role summary:

DBD is looking for a motivated penultimate-year student studying Chemical Engineering, Maths, or Physics to join our Simulation & Modelling team. You’ll work on real-world projects across the UK and US nuclear industries, from waste reprocessing and decommissioning to advanced site management. Tackling some of the most complex challenges in energy and engineering.

What you will be doing:

• Support dynamic modelling and simulation projects integrated with our process engineering and nuclear safety teams.
• Use cutting-edge digital tools to solve real industrial problems.
• Develop technical and professional skills with guidance from experienced engineers.
• Contribute to projects that directly impact safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

What we’re looking for:

• Penultimate-year student (returning to study after placement).
• Expected grade: 2:1 or above.
• Strong foundation in science/engineering principles.
• Interest in nuclear engineering and/or digital modelling tools.
• Confident communicator and collaborative team member.
• Commutable distance from our Warrington office.

Make a Difference with DBD:

At DBD, we know you're looking for more than just a job - you aspire to make a real impact in the nuclear industry. We offer unique opportunities for growth, empowering you to take influential roles within client organisations.

Our dedicated team collaborates with clients to positively influence projects across Defence, Decommissioning and New Builds. Having doubled in headcount year-on-year, over the past two years, we continue to welcome new, talented individuals to our team.

We're committed to your success. DBD invests in your development and supports your career trajectory in any direction you want to take it.

Join us to play a key role in shaping the nuclear sector's future.

Make a difference today with DBD.

Benefits:

up to 20% bonus, 25 days holiday, enhanced pension, private health insurance, private dental, and more