Principal Licensing Engineer – Nuclear Regulation (Hybrid)

Cavendish Nuclear; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Matched pension scheme

Digital GP and health checks

Employee share scheme

Professional Fees paid

Job summary

Cavendish Nuclear is seeking a Principal Licensing Engineer to lead licensing and regulatory activities across major nuclear projects in the UK. The role supports the development of licensing strategies within a fast-moving, innovation-led environment and requires engaging regulators and stakeholders to ensure timely approvals.

The position is full-time, flexible across main UK locations with hybrid working patterns; travel to client sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, physics, or related discipline
• Chartered status or working towards professional registration desirable
• Experience with UK nuclear regulatory frameworks and licensing requirements

Responsibilities

• Lead licensing and regulatory activities across nuclear projects
• Ensure compliance with UK nuclear safety, environmental, and legal requirements
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators and stakeholders
• Support licensing strategies and organisational readiness for approvals
• Represent projects in meetings with regulators and external partners

Skills

Nuclear licensing

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Chartered status desirable

Job description

Cavendish Nuclear is seeking a Principal Licensing Engineer to lead licensing and regulatory activities across major nuclear projects in the UK. The role supports the development of licensing strategies within a fast-moving, innovation-led environment and requires engaging regulators and stakeholders to ensure timely approvals.

The position is full-time, flexible across main UK locations with hybrid working patterns; travel to client sites is expected.