Nuclear Safety Engineer

IO Associates; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consultancy firm is seeking Nuclear Safety Consultants at various levels in the UK, including remote work options. This role requires expertise in safety case development and HAZID/HAZOP assessments within nuclear, defence, and maritime sectors. Responsibilities include leading safety case development, advising on nuclear safety, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Competitive salary, benefits, and bonus opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear safety case development.
• Knowledge of hazard identification and risk assessment methods.
• Background in submarine or civil industry systems.
• Ability to produce technical documentation and reports.
• Familiarity with UK nuclear regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety cases and provide expert nuclear safety advice.
• Conduct HAZID/HAZOP studies and risk assessments.
• Review technical documents and support design assurance.
• Mentor junior engineers and engage with stakeholders.

Skills

Nuclear safety case development

HAZID/HAZOP

Submarine systems experience

Technical documentation

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Nuclear Safety Consultant - Multiple Levels
Location: UK-wide - Multiple Sites & Remote/Hybrid Available
Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Bonus Opportunities
Contract Type: Permanent
iO are currently on the lookout for experience Nuclear Safety Consultants from Senior to Principal level.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with leading organisations on projects that span civil nuclear, defence, and maritime domains.
Whether your expertise lies in safety case development, submarine systems, regulatory compliance or adjacent, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:

• Lead or contribute to the development of safety cases.
• Provide expert advice on nuclear safety, infrastructure, and platform systems.
• Participate in HAZID/HAZOP studies and risk assessments.
• Review technical documentation and support design assurance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical leadership.

What do we need from you?

• Experience in nuclear safety case development.
• Hazard identification and risk assessment (HAZID/HAZOP).
• Submarine, naval systems or civil industry experience.
• Technical documentation and report writing.
• Knowledge of UK nuclear and defence regulato...