Senior Principal Safety Case Engineer

Mott MacDonald; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Principal Safety Case Engineer to join their Nuclear, Defence, and Civil division. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on impactful projects in the nuclear sector, focusing on safety case production and regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in a relevant field and have experience in high-hazard industries. You will have the chance to mentor junior staff while contributing to critical safety strategies. Join a forward-thinking consultancy that values diversity and innovation, making a real difference in the energy transition.

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear or high-hazard industries is essential.
• Proven ability to deliver nuclear safety strategies on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce safety cases for nuclear power and naval programs.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Safety Case Production

Modification/Design Change Submissions

Decommissioning

Functional Safety Assessment

Regulatory Interface

ALARP Assessment

Safety & Risk Assessment

Deterministic & Probabilistic Safety Assessment

Nuclear Safety Legislation and Policy

Engineering Substantiation

Hazop, HAZAN, Criticality, Nuclear Fire

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, or Engineering

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Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy that aims to improve society through social outcomes, excellence, and digital innovation. We value diversity and are recognized as a top employer and inclusive company in the UK.

About The Business Unit

The Energy unit provides services across sectors like hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable energy, and transmission & distribution, supporting the energy transition globally.

Role Overview

We are recruiting a Principal Safety Case Engineer within our Nuclear, Defence, and Civil division. The role involves nuclear power, naval nuclear programs, and decommissioning, offering opportunities for career growth and impactful work.

Key Knowledge/Experience Areas

• Safety Case Production (e.g., SJP, PCSR, PCmSR, PRS)
• Modification/Design Change Submissions (LC/AC 22)
• Decommissioning
• Functional Safety Assessment
• Regulatory Interface
• ALARP Assessment
• Safety & Risk Assessment
• Deterministic & Probabilistic Safety Assessment
• Nuclear Safety Legislation and Policy
• Engineering Substantiation
• Hazop, HAZAN, Criticality, Nuclear Fire

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Science, Technology, or Engineering
• Experience in nuclear or high-hazard industries
• Chartered Engineer or working towards
• Proven ability to deliver nuclear safety strategies on complex projects
• Willing to mentor junior staff

If you meet 80% or more of these criteria, we encourage you to apply. We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Note: Security clearance is required.