Nuclear Interface Engineer

Nuclearinst; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the nuclear engineering sector, where your expertise will be pivotal in managing complex technical interfaces within a major UK nuclear plant project. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, ensuring precision and foresight in every aspect of project execution. You'll be instrumental in driving continuous improvements and implementing Systems Engineering principles, all while contributing to groundbreaking projects that shape the future of energy. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Pension scheme

25 days paid annual leave

Professional fees reimbursed

Flexible working

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant engineering field required.
• Experience in nuclear engineering and project leadership is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage critical technical interfaces across engineering teams.
• Facilitate technical exchanges and oversee interface milestones.

Skills

Nuclear Engineering

Project Management

Technical Leadership

EPR Design

UK Nuclear Regulations

Interface Coordination

Systems Engineering Principles

Education

Degree in Nuclear Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Interface Tools

Job description

Company Description

• About Assystem

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. Our 7,500 Switchers blend historical engineering expertise with cutting-edge digital technologies to drive this change. Join us in revolutionizing the energy sector and making a significant global impact.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

Be part of one of the top three largest nuclear engineering companies globally. At Assystem, you'll contribute to groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of innovation and engineering excellence. Join a community committed to driving forward the future of energy.

Job Description

The Job Mission
This role is embedded within a major UK nuclear plant project. You will work closely with stakeholders across engineering and project management teams. Your mission is to own and manage complex technical interfaces with precision and foresight.

Key responsibilities include:

• Analyse, identify and control critical technical interfaces across responsible engineering entities
• Facilitate efficient bilateral technical exchanges between project stakeholders
• Manage interface milestones and align activities with INS-305 timelines
• Oversee technical interface tool utilisation and support continuous improvements
• Plan, lead, and contribute to Strategic and Operational Interface Committees
• Establish and monitor KPIs to track interface process performance
• Collaborate on defining and improving the supplier interface management process
• Drive implementation of Systems Engineering principles into interface coordination

Qualifications

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Nuclear, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
• Experience in nuclear engineering, project or technical leadership
• Strong understanding of EPR design and engineering processes
• Solid knowledge of UK nuclear laws, regulations, and best practices
• Background in interface, delivery, or technical coordination roles
• Project and delivery management experience
• Familiarity with interface tools and systems engineering principles
• Experience working in highly regulated environments

Desired Skills

• Experience in transverse technical coordination
• Prior involvement in Systems Engineering processes
• Familiarity with complex engineering projects and matrix teams

Additional Information

Why Apply?

Join Assystem and become a key player in delivering critical nuclear projects that shape the future of energy. Embrace this opportunity to excel in a dynamic environment where your expertise and leadership will drive global innovation.

Benefits include:

• Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
• 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• Professional fees reimbursed
• Flexible working
• Employee referral scheme

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.