Principal Nuclear Engineer – Lead Hazardous-Env Projects

Jackson Hogg Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Flexible working

Job summary

Jackson Hogg is recruiting a Senior / Principal Nuclear Engineer for a specialist engineering organisation in the Newcastle upon Tyne area. You will shape projects from pre-concept through to delivery, ensuring engineered solutions meet the needs of multiple stakeholders and complex technical requirements.

This role involves leading multi-disciplinary teams, overseeing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic design, and supporting prototype testing and consultancy studies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng or above).
• Experience in nuclear or hazardous environments.
• Chartered status desirable; multi-disciplinary experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-concept and concept development for nuclear and hazardous environment projects.
• Collate and manage requirements from multiple stakeholders to develop robust engineered solutions.
• Oversee equipment design, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic aspects, and guide design teams to deliver technical specifications.
• Support prototype assembly, testing, and validation of equipment.
• Deliver engineering consultancy studies and detailed reports, presenting complex solutions to clients and project teams.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers while contributing to organisational engineering practices.

Skills

Nuclear engineering

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

CAD software

Technical report writing

Education

BEng or above in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Jackson Hogg is recruiting a Senior / Principal Nuclear Engineer for a specialist engineering organisation in the Newcastle upon Tyne area. You will shape projects from pre-concept through to delivery, ensuring engineered solutions meet the needs of multiple stakeholders and complex technical requirements.

This role involves leading multi-disciplinary teams, overseeing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic design, and supporting prototype testing and consultancy studies.