Principal Physicist

Amentum; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum est à la recherche d'un Physicien Principal pour diriger des projets dans le secteur nucléaire. Vous serez responsable de la livraison technique, de l'interaction avec les clients et de la gestion des équipes. Ce rôle nécessite des compétences poussées en analyse technique et une expérience dans la conduite de projets techniques complexes.

Benefits

Assurance santé gratuite

Avantages familiaux améliorés

Développement professionnel financé

Temps de bénévolat rémunéré

Qualifications

• Expérience significative dans le secteur nucléaire.
• Compétences en consultation et gestion de projet souhaitées.
• Capacité à interagir avec des clients seniors et des régulateurs.

Responsibilities

• Diriger des projets au sein du secteur nucléaire.
• Assurer la livraison technique et l'interaction avec les clients.
• Fournir des solutions et gérer la portée des projets.

Skills

Analyse technique complexe

Communication

Travail d'équipe

Adaptabilité

Education

Master en physique nucléaire ou PhD

Postgraduate en discipline d'ingénierie ou scientifique

Job description

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Amentum will inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity

As a Principal Physicist, you will be expected to lead medium to large projects or tasks independently, potentially overseeing teams working on those projects. You will be responsible for the technical delivery of the tasks and interactions with clients, setting scope and providing solutions to their problems. Key skills required:

• Detailed knowledge and experience within a physics discipline required in the nuclear industry such as transient analysis, reactor physics, shielding, thermal hydraulics, etc.
• Significant experience within the nuclear sector or academia leading challenging technical projects.
• Ability to analyse complex technical issues and provide clear judgments.
• Strong consultancy skills, including good communication, teamwork, adaptability to client requirements, and time management. Experience interacting with senior clients, regulators, or stakeholders is preferred.
• Good commercial awareness and ability to solve client issues effectively in a competitive environment.
• Familiarity with nuclear safety assessments and safety case construction.

Qualifications

• Nuclear master's and PhDs are preferred, or a Degree or Postgraduate qualification in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
• Ability to analyse complex technical issues and communicate judgments clearly.
• Strong consultancy skills, including communication, teamwork, adaptability, and time management.

Our Culture

Our values are based on safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We prioritize supporting one another and fostering a culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We are committed to embedding inclusion and diversity in all we do. We believe that inclusion fosters connectivity and diversity enhances creativity. We accept and celebrate individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or family leave status. This is reflected in our Global Employee Networks and our partnership with VERCIDA to attract diverse talent. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and those who may not meet all listed requirements.