Senior Research Engineer - Civil Nuclear Tech Transformation

The MTC; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) invites applications for a Senior Research Engineer to provide technical leadership on nuclear-focused projects and drive improvements in manufacturing processes within highly regulated environments.

The role involves engaging with clients, scoping projects, and contributing to capability development under the MTC governance framework. Based in Liverpool, the position requires nuclear sector experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in civil nuclear manufacturing and operations.
• Degree or equivalent with strong practical engineering background.
• Experience with risk and quality frameworks in regulated environments.
• Commercial awareness and client-facing perspective.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on large client projects and work packages.
• Deliver outputs on time and within budget following governance practices.
• Support business development from initial engagement to proposals.
• Represent the team at industry events and across the MTC/HVMC.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Project management

Commercial awareness

Degree or equivalent

Problem-solving tools

Technology specialization

Operations experience

Manufacturing principles

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent

Job description

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) invites applications for a Senior Research Engineer to provide technical leadership on nuclear-focused projects and drive improvements in manufacturing processes within highly regulated environments.

The role involves engaging with clients, scoping projects, and contributing to capability development under the MTC governance framework. Based in Liverpool, the position requires nuclear sector experience and strong leadership skills.