Nuclear Projects Engineering Lead

-; Leiston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in nuclear energy is seeking a Nuclear Projects Engineering Lead to provide technical leadership and integration across multidisciplinary engineering teams in Leiston, UK. This role requires extensive experience in nuclear and regulated industries and involves ensuring the successful delivery of projects with a strong commitment to safety. Candidates should possess an engineering degree, strong communication skills, and demonstrated problem-solving abilities. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a range of benefits, including healthcare and a generous leave policy.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8% employer pension contribution

Private health care

Dental insurance

Life assurance (4x salary)

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family leave

Qualifications

• Chartered status within recognisable professional institutes is desirable.
• In-depth understanding of nuclear safety culture and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to set, achieve and maintain high standards of safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Ensure successful delivery of nuclear projects.
• Coordinate technical inputs and support configuration management.

Skills

Engineering Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Structural, or related Engineering discipline

Minimum 10 years’ experience in nuclear or highly regulated industries

Knowledge of nuclear power stations design

Broad, applied experience in mechanical, piping, structural and civil engineering

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Ability to integrate multidisciplinary inputs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job details

Category: TA - DESIGN & ENGINEERING - TAA - Design , engineering management & Systems engineering

Job Opening Title: Nuclear Projects Engineering Lead

Job type: Non fixed term

BU description: Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value‑added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world’s nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services - all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability. Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we’re driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong - and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we’re aiming to reach 500 dedicated professionals in 2025. Now’s your chance to join a company that’s shaping the energy transition - where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.

Job description

The Nuclear Projects Engineering Lead will provide strong leadership and integration across multidisciplinary engineering teams assigned to specific projects, to ensure successful delivery of nuclear projects. The role requires a deep commitment to nuclear safety culture, with broad technical experience across mechanical, piping, structural and civil engineering, combined with a sound understanding of the principles of process, electrical, and control & instrumentation (C&I) disciplines. The individual will operate with autonomy and responsibility, coordinating technical inputs, supporting configuration management, and ensuring that engineering solutions are robust and meet project standards, regulatory requirements and business objectives.

Profile

The Nuclear Projects Engineering Lead shall report to the Head of Engineering and shall work closely with other the Engineering disciplines and Business Lines in the UK for:

• Technical Leadership & Integration
• Project Delivery
• Safety and Compliance
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Configuration & Information Management
• Continuous Improvement

Knowledge / Skills

• Engineering Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Structural, or related Engineering discipline. Chartered status within recognisable professional institutes is desirable. (CEng).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in nuclear, energy, or other highly regulated industries.
• Knowledge of nuclear power stations design.
• Knowledge of Engineering processes, procedures, and operational requirements.
• Broad, applied experience in mechanical, piping, structural and civil engineering, with proven ability to understand and apply the principles of process, electrical and C&I systems.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate multidisciplinary inputs into coherent engineering solutions.
• Configuration management principles and lifecycle information control within engineering projects.
• In‑depth understanding of nuclear safety culture, codes, standards (e.g. ASME III / VIII / B31.3, RCC[1]M, EN, ISO 19443) and regulatory frameworks (ONR, IAEA).
• Strong problem‑solving skills with ability to work autonomously, take responsibility, and be accountable for outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to engage effectively with clients, regulators, and internal stakeholder.
• Leadership skills.
• Ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to set, achieve and maintain high standards of safety and quality.
• Quality requirements for the use of engineering software.
• Understanding of engineering supply chain management and contract administration in a nuclear context.

Languages (level)

• English fluent.
• Additional desirable.

Security Clearance

• The role requires the appropriate level of UK security clearance for work at Sizewell B.

Work Environment

• The role is primarily based at the Sizewell B site, with occasional travel to other Framatome or client locations as required.
• Flexible working arrangements may be considered, subject to project needs and site requirements.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays.
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice).
• Individual and family private health care.
• Dental insurance for employees.
• Cashplan - Level 2 cover.
• Life assurance (4x salary).
• Employee assistance programme (EAP).
• Income Protection.
• Professional Body Membership.
• Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Babbel - learn a new language.
• Generous family leave - Maternity and paternity 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay.

Job location

United Kingdom

Job location (site)

Sizewell (UK)

Travel

50%

Job family

Standard

Applicant criteria

Minimum level of education required

Bachelor

Minimum level of experience required

Experienced

Employment level

Non cadre

Extra informations

Background checking required?

Non