Nuclear Safety Engineering and Operations Graduate - Clyde

Babcock International; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is offering a Nuclear Safety Engineering and Operations Graduate Programme based in Scotland, starting in September 2026. This two-year program aims to equip graduates with the skills to identify and mitigate risks in critical engineering environments. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field. The positions offer a minimum starting salary of £35,000, generous holiday, a pension scheme, and various health and wellbeing benefits.

Benefits

Minimum of 25 days of holiday

Generous pension and employee share schemes

Flexible benefits including discounts

Wellbeing support services

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering or science field.
• Ability to achieve required security clearances and standards.

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyse, and mitigate risks in engineering environments.
• Support nuclear safety cases and compliance efforts.
• Participate in a two-year graduate programme with various placements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

BSc or BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, Maths, Chemistry or Physics

Job description

Overview

Programme title: Nuclear Safety Engineering and Operations Graduate Programme

Salary: Minimum £35,000. Salary is dependent on location, role and qualifications.

Location: HM Naval Base Clyde, Scotland

Application closing date: 16 October 2025

Programme start date: September 2026

Role ID: 66914

What will you do on the programme?

At Babcock, safety isn\'t just a priority - it\'s a commitment. On this graduate programme, you\'ll be part of a team at the forefront of that commitment, helping to ensure our people, operations and the communities we serve remain protected.

You\'ll learn how to identify, analyse and mitigate risks across complex engineering environments. From nuclear safety cases and hazard analysis to regulatory compliance and safety assurance, your work will underpin the integrity of our most vital programmes.

How is the programme structured?

This is a two-year programme designed to give you breadth, depth and a strong foundation in safety engineering.

You'll rotate through a series of placements, each one offering insight into different areas of the discipline. These placements will take place across various teams and projects, helping you understand the full lifecycle of safety-critical systems.

As you progress, you\'ll gain exposure to a wide range of safety engineering principles and begin to shape your direction. Whether you\'re collaborating with safety case authors or learning from human factors specialists, you\'ll be building the knowledge, confidence and experience to become a trusted safety professional in a vital area of national defence.

How do we develop and support you?

From day one, you\'ll receive structured support, personalised training, and dedicated mentorship to help you excel throughout your programme and beyond.

You\'ll join our Graduate Development Programme, featuring expert-led masterclasses on communication, personal branding, resilience, and wellbeing.

To support your journey toward Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, we offer full guidance and cover all associated fees.

What rewards and benefits will you get?

We want you to feel supported, valued and excited about what\'s ahead. That\'s why we offer a comprehensive package designed to support your development, your wellbeing and your life outside of work too.

In addition to a minimum starting salary of £35,000, you\'ll benefit from:

• A minimum of 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with agile working options subject to discussion with your manager
• Generous pension and employee share schemes
• Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme, discounts
• Wellbeing support, covering mental, physical, financial, and social wellbeing, with services like our Employee Assistance Programme, digital GP service, and health checks.

You'll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities.

What do you need to apply?

• A BSc or BEng (Hons) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, Maths, Chemistry or Physics.
• Many of our graduate programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), Security Check (SC) and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPPI). Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK.

Where will you be based?

Places on our Safety Engineering programme for Autumn 2026 are available at HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland.

Babcock\'s HM Naval Base Clyde operation provides highly specialist engineering support services, including the management of critical infrastructure and nuclear facilities. We also deliver operational maintenance, upgrades and repairs to support Royal Navy vessels, including the Vanguard and Astute-Class nuclear submarines based in Scotland.

Here you\'ll gain valuable experience of how nuclear facilities are operated and maintained, contributing to projects that ensure safety, compliance and performance. Whether you\'re supporting routine maintenance, working on facility upgrades or contributing to long-term improvements, you\'ll be right at the centre of a critical defence capability.

Ready to apply?

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the programme may close early if we receive a high volume of interest. To give yourself the best chance of being considered, we strongly recommend submitting your application and completing any required online assessments as soon as possible.

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