Nuclear Senior Process Engineer (Full-time / Part-time)

AtkinsRéalis; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bristol is seeking a passionate Process Engineer to contribute to exciting projects in the Nuclear EMEA business. The ideal candidate will have a BEng/MEng in Chemical or Process Engineering, with nuclear industry experience preferred. This role includes leading a team, performing process modelling, and ensuring technical delivery on projects, all while fostering a diverse and inclusive work culture.

Qualifications

• IChemE chartership is preferred.
• Experience in the nuclear industry is ideal.
• Understanding nuclear basics is expected.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to production of process engineering deliverables.
• Perform process modelling and participate in safety activities.
• Collaborate across the team to provide technical expertise.
• Lead a small team of engineers and engage with clients.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers.

Skills

Chemical process simulation software

Strong written communication skills

Process modelling

Mentoring

Education

BEng/MEng in Chemical or Process Engineering

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is looking to grow our team of process engineers within the Nuclear EMEA business. If you have the passion to join some of these exciting projects, then we would love to hear from you.

About us: We work collaboratively to solve technical challenges across the entire project lifecycle, from concept design to decommissioning. Our day to day activities include production of process engineering deliverables (process sizing calculations, heat & material balances, P&IDs, etc.), process modelling, and process safety activities (HAZID/HAZOP studies, DSEAR assessments, etc.). We collaborate across the AtkinsRéalis business to provide our technical expertise where it is needed the most, giving our clients the best engineering solutions. We strengthen the delivery of work through a variety of means, including full-time embedded resource within client offices, site-based roles, and in-house engineering support from AtkinsRéalis offices. At all times we are focused on providing high quality work to the client.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to production of process engineering deliverables (process sizing calculations, heat & material balances, P&IDs, etc.).
• Perform process modelling and participate in safety activities (e.g., HAZID/HAZOP studies, DSEAR assessments).
• Collaborate across the AtkinsRéalis business to provide technical expertise and support client needs; options include embedded resources, site-based roles, or in-house engineering support.
• Lead a small team of engineers; engage with clients and understand the commercial aspects of the work.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and take a key role within the department.

Qualifications

• Qualified engineers (BEng/MEng in Chemical or Process Engineering), with IChemE chartership if possible.
• Experience in the nuclear industry is ideal; understanding nuclear basics is expected.
• Skills in chemical process simulation software for design, optimization, and troubleshooting, or experience with model-based systems approaches (MBSA).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to mentor others and take a leading role within the department.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years\' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. You\'ll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

We value diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive—no exceptions. You\'ll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We\'re Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles. In the energy sector, we\'ve signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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Worker Type
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Job Type
Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.