Nuclear Reactor Technology Consultant - Hybrid

Vision Municipal Solutions; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Specialist in Reactor Technology to join its rapidly growing team. This role offers the chance to work on next-generation reactor technologies, including small modular reactors and fusion designs. You will engage with a variety of clients, applying innovative engineering solutions to complex challenges. The company values a supportive culture that prioritizes safety, integrity, and diversity, making it an ideal environment for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the nuclear sector. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free Single Medical Cover

Digital GP Service

Enhanced Parental Leave Pay

Employee Assistance Programs

Professional Development Reimbursement

Flexible Working Hours

Paid Volunteering Time

Charitable Donations Matching

Qualifications

• Broad technical knowledge of nuclear reactor technologies.
• Experience influencing technical strategy in engineering delivery.

Responsibilities

• Supporting diverse nuclear clients with technical consultancy.
• Delivering solutions and fostering innovation in reactor technology.

Skills

Nuclear Reactor Technologies

Analytical Software

Engineering Design

Communication Skills

Innovative Thinking

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Mathematics

Undergraduate Degree in Physics

Undergraduate Degree in Engineering

Tools

Design Software

Job description

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients, and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programs, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility are key focus areas for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time, and flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity

Amentum is currently recruiting an Engineering Specialist in Reactor Technology to join our Advanced Reactors business, within our Technology, Consulting & Innovation Business, to support technically complex projects in nuclear reactor technology. You will be a key part of our team, supporting a wide range of consultancy projects, small and large, for a variety of clients across the nuclear industry, including new build projects, SMR and AMRs, existing civil and defense plants, fusion reactor design, and decommissioning. We are looking for the application of engineering and scientific thinking to complex challenges with reactor technology, providing solutions through strong technical ability, underpinned by your knowledge and experience.

This role offers the opportunity to work on next-generation reactor technology, including SMRs, AMRs, fusion reactor designs, and various aspects of reactor design, from concept to FEED and detailed design. Our business is growing rapidly, supporting exciting projects for various clients in the nuclear industry. The ideal candidate will have a broad technical background, excellent engineering capabilities, and be proactive. A proven track record of contributing effectively within a highly regulated environment is desirable. We seek candidates who can encourage and develop team members, are hands-on, and can tackle complex technical challenges.

This position will be based in our Birchwood or Booths Park offices in North West England, with occasional visits to client sites as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting diverse nuclear clients with technical consultancy.
• Delivering solutions and fostering innovation.
• Applying best practices and state-of-the-art scientific and engineering techniques to reactor technology challenges.
• Engaging in engineering design at all stages, from concept to construction.
• Supporting team members to ensure high-quality work in a highly regulated industry.
• Collaborating with subcontractors to bring optimal technology solutions.
• Ensuring compliance with safety and technical assurance requirements.
• Managing scope changes and contributing to project estimates.
• Identifying applicable standards and specifications.
• Working across various engineering and technical disciplines.
• Conducting engineering and scientific reviews.
• Promoting Amentum’s work through meetings, workshops, and conferences.

Minimum Requirements

• An undergraduate degree in mathematics, physics, or engineering.
• Broad technical knowledge of nuclear reactor technologies.
• Innovative thinking for complex engineering challenges.
• Experience influencing technical strategy.
• Proficiency with analytical and design software related to reactor design.
• Experience in engineering delivery on reactor projects.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience with various reactor types, coolants, and nuclear fission and fusion.

Our culture is built on safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We prioritize supporting our people through a caring culture, valuing mental health and belonging. We are committed to embedding inclusion and diversity in all we do, accepting people regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, mental health, race, faith, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or family status. We partner with VERCIDA to attract and retain diverse talent and are a Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from flexible working candidates and those who may not meet all listed requirements. For further support or adjustments in the recruitment process, please contact us.