Nuclear Safety Engineer

IO Associates; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking experienced Nuclear Safety Consultants at various levels, from Senior to Principal, to deliver expert advice and lead safety case developments. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects across the civil nuclear, defence, and maritime sectors, with a focus on risk assessments and mentoring junior engineers. The position provides flexible working options, including remote and hybrid arrangements, making it ideal for professionals looking to advance their careers in nuclear safety.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear safety case development.
• Hazard identification and risk assessment (HAZID/HAZOP).
• Submarine, naval systems or civil industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead or contribute to the development of safety cases.
• Provide expert advice on nuclear safety and infrastructure.
• Participate in HAZID/HAZOP studies and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders.

Skills

Nuclear Safety Case Development

HAZID/HAZOP

Technical Documentation

Stakeholder Engagement

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...