Senior Nuclear Safety Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Nuclear Safety Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in delivering major defence-related programmes. Your expertise will help shape nuclear safety strategies and ensure compliance with regulations. This position offers the chance to work on impactful projects while mentoring team members and advancing your career. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, the company supports your professional growth and offers a customizable Total Reward package to meet your needs. If you're ready to tackle complex challenges in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible Holidays

Health Benefits

Career Planning

Extensive Training and Development

Qualifications

• Proven safety track record in defence/nuclear or regulated industries.
• Technical expertise in Nuclear/Defence sectors with sound engineering judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety case support throughout the design and operational lifecycle.
• Lead technical activities such as Hazard and Fault Identification Studies.

Skills

Technical Report Writing

Safety Case Development

Hazard Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Honours Degree in Physics or Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Status or Working Towards It

Tools

Digital Tools for Nuclear Safety

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AtkinsRéalis are key partners in the delivery of key defence nuclear projects in the UK and internationally. We provide a full range of project services which includes project and programme management, engineering, and assurance.

If you are ready to be a Senior Nuclear Safety Engineer, then we would love you to join our team. We are looking for people with strong technical and communication skills, who thrive in solving complex nuclear and defence safety problems and enjoy working in multidisciplinary project teams. We want people that will grow with us and adapt to the challenges of our clients and our business.

Your purpose:

Help us deliver major defence-related programmes across the UK, including infrastructure design and construction, life extensions, upgrades, maintaining operations, and decommissioning. Your involvement will include safety case support such as:

1. Shaping the nuclear safety case strategy.
2. Collaborating with project partners for safety-informed design.
3. Engaging stakeholders for ‘Right First Time’ delivery.
4. Conducting safety assessments and analyses.
5. Producing safety reports and technical documents.

While based in Bristol, Manchester, Aldershot, Silchester, or Glasgow, flexibility to work at client sites is required.

Responsibilities:

Provide safety case support throughout the design and operational lifecycle, ensuring compliance with Licence and Authorization Conditions. Lead technical activities such as:

1. Hazard and Fault Identification Studies (e.g., HAZID, HAZOP, FMEA).
2. Qualitative and Quantitative Hazard Analyses.
3. Radiological Hazard Assessments.
4. Safety Case Report production (e.g., PSR, PCSR).
5. ALARP Assessments.
6. Support Engineering Substantiation activities.
7. Engage with regulatory bodies (e.g., ONR, DNSR).
8. Develop and review Safety Management Arrangements.
9. Manage Safety Case teams and activities.

Additional expectations for a Senior Nuclear Safety Engineer:

1. Mentor team members technically.
2. Contribute to bids and proposals.
3. Implement safety initiatives.
4. Build networks within AtkinsRéalis, clients, and partners.

What you can bring:

• Proven safety track record, ideally in defence/nuclear or regulated industries.
• Readiness to advance your career with growth opportunities.
• Desire to learn, innovate, and problem-solve.
• Interest in digital tools for nuclear safety.
• Strong interpersonal skills for relationship building and team development.

In addition, demonstrate:

• Honours Degree (or equivalent) in physics, mechanical engineering, or related field (2:1 min).
• Chartered status or working towards it.
• Technical expertise in Nuclear/Defence sectors with sound engineering judgment.
• Excellent technical report writing skills.
• Leadership experience in technical teams and mentoring juniors.
• Motivation to meet delivery and cost targets without sacrificing quality.
• Awareness of technical limitations and collaborative problem-solving.
• Eligibility for Security Clearance.

Learn more about thriving with us: Equality, diversity & inclusion in the UK & Europe (atkinsrealis.com)

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Join us to be at the forefront of the ADS&T Business Unit, working on impactful projects. We empower our staff to grow professionally, work on meaningful projects, and leave a legacy.

We value diversity, support inclusion, and have signed the MoD's 'Women in Defence' and 'Women in Aviation and Aerospace' charters. We are also a Military friendly employer and hold the MoD's Gold Employer Recognition Award.

We offer extensive training and development to help you maximize your potential and talents.

Meeting your needs:

Enjoy our Total Reward package, customizable to your lifestyle and career stage, including flexible holidays, health benefits, and career planning.

If you have a disability, inform us before your interview to discuss adjustments.

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More about us:

AtkinsRéalis is a global leader in design and engineering with over 100 years of expertise, committed to delivering sustainable projects with positive impacts.

We are recognized as a top employer in the UK aerospace and defence sectors, ranked by the Financial Times.

Discover some of our recent projects: AtkinsRéalis Projects (atkinsrealis.com)

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, contingent on clearance approval. The vetting is managed by UKSV and may require proof of UK residency for 5+ years. Do not mention security clearance status in your application or interviews.

We promote diversity and inclusion, offering family-friendly policies, flexible working, and support networks. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and abilities.