Nuclear Safety Engineer

IO Associates; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is seeking experienced Nuclear Safety Consultants at multiple levels. This role involves leading the development of safety cases, engaging with multidisciplinary teams, and providing expert nuclear safety advice. Ideal candidates have experience in hazard identification and risk assessments, along with technical documentation skills. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and bonus opportunities in a flexible hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Bonus Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear safety case development.
• Hazard identification and risk assessment (HAZID/HAZOP) experience.
• Knowledge of UK nuclear and defence regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead or contribute to the development of safety cases.
• Provide expert advice on nuclear safety.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical leadership.

Skills

Experience in nuclear safety case development

Hazard identification and risk assessment (HAZID/HAZOP)

Technical documentation and report writing

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...