Senior Principal Safety Case Engineer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Principal Safety Case Engineer to join their dynamic Nuclear, Defence, and Civil division. This role offers the chance to work on impactful nuclear projects, including safety case development and risk assessments. With a focus on compliance and safety, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of energy. If you are passionate about making a difference in the energy sector and have the necessary expertise, this is an exciting opportunity for career growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear or high-hazard industries.
• Proven track record in delivering nuclear safety projects.

Responsibilities

• Developing Safety Cases for nuclear projects.
• Conducting Safety & Risk Assessments.
• Ensuring compliance with nuclear safety legislation.

Skills

Safety Case Development

Risk Assessment

Nuclear Safety Legislation

Engineering Substantiation

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, or Engineering

Job description

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We are a global engineering, management, and development consultancy dedicated to improving society through social outcomes, excellence, and digital innovation. We value diversity and inclusion, and are recognized as a top employer in the UK.

About The Business Unit

The Energy unit provides services worldwide across sectors like hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable energy, and transmission & distribution. We support the energy transition from concept to decommissioning, helping shape the future energy landscape.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Principal Safety Case Engineer in our Nuclear, Defence, and Civil division. The role involves work on nuclear power, naval nuclear programs, and decommissioning projects. It offers career growth and impactful work in the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing Safety Cases (e.g., SJP, PCSR, PRS)
• Managing Modification/Design Change Submissions (LC/AC 22)
• Decommissioning activities
• Conducting Safety & Risk Assessments
• Regulatory interface and compliance
• Performing ALARP, deterministic, and probabilistic safety assessments
• Ensuring adherence to nuclear safety legislation and policies
• Engineering substantiation and safety studies (HAZOP, HAZAN, Criticality, Fire safety)

Candidate Profile

• Degree in Science, Technology, or Engineering
• Experience in nuclear or high-hazard industries
• Chartered Engineer or working towards it
• Proven track record in delivering nuclear safety projects
• Mentoring skills

If you meet 80% or more of the criteria, we encourage you to apply. We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity employment. Note: Offers are conditional upon security clearance. Please be aware that sponsorship for UK Skilled Worker visas is not currently offered.