Senior / Principal Stress Engineer - Nuclear

AtkinsRéalis; Derby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy, AtkinsRéalis, is seeking a Senior / Principal Stress Engineer in Derby. The role focuses on providing engineering solutions to complex challenges in the nuclear sector, requiring a degree in Mechanical Engineering and expertise in stress analysis. You will manage multiple projects, engage with clients, and contribute to meeting the UK's Net Zero targets through innovative and sustainable engineering strategies.

Benefits

Flexible Holidays

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Career Planning

Qualifications

• Degree qualified mechanical engineer or relevant qualification.
• Experience in delivering complex stress analyses and structural integrity assessments.
• Experience in detailed technical report writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering solutions for complex energy and environmental challenges.
• Manage multiple projects while delivering first-time-right solutions.
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their needs and objectives.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Stress Analysis

Technical Report Writing

Client Engagement

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Python

Job description

Senior / Principal Stress Engineer - Nuclear, Derby

Are you a Mechanical Engineer with a background in finite element analysis who thrives on solving difficult problems? Are you interested in complex analysis projects and eager to move into leadership roles, heading projects and guiding junior engineers?

If so, you might enjoy tackling some of the energy industry's most important challenges across various clients. Your work could involve extending the life of existing reactors, demonstrating the integrity of new build stations, assessing fusion system components, supporting the UK Submarine and SMR programmes, or enabling renewable energy projects within a growing carbon net zero portfolio. This role requires juggling multiple projects, so adaptability is essential. The constant is the complex nature of the work and the opportunity to provide innovative solutions to a range of problems for appreciative clients.

In this role, you'll develop engineering solutions to some of the industry's most challenging problems, making a significant contribution to energy and environmental security in the UK and beyond.

If you're a self-starter capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, working closely with clients and internal teams to understand requirements, set up projects, and deliver right-first-time solutions, we encourage you to apply.

Learn more about how you can thrive with us.

Role requirements:

• Degree qualified mechanical engineer (or relevant qualification)
• Experience in delivering complex stress analyses or structural integrity assessments (thermal-mechanical, fracture, fatigue, creep, impact)
• Experience in writing detailed, accurate technical reports (assessment reports, basis of analysis, safety case references)
• Ability to engage with clients, work at their sites, and understand their issues, goals, and processes

Preferred experience (but not mandatory):

• Working or authoring bids in safety-critical, regulated environments
• Experience with relevant codes such as ASME III, RCC-M, BS7910, R3, R5, R6
• Experience with workflow automation, ideally using Python
• Chartered status or nearing chartership with a relevant professional institute

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK has legislated for a Net Zero target by 2050. Our nuclear and clean energy teams are ensuring a mix of sustainable energies to meet current and future demands. We work on projects across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation, and energy efficiency, creating safe and resilient systems.

Meeting your needs:

We offer a tailored "Total Reward" package, including flexible holidays, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning. If you have a disability, inform us before your interview to discuss adjustments.

About us:

AtkinsRéalis is a global consultancy with over 100 years of engineering expertise, committed to delivering sustainable projects worldwide.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, dependent on UKSV vetting. Do not mention current or previous security clearances in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion through policies, flexible working, and employee networks. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome.

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Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular