Senior System Engineers / Technical Directors - Submarines/Nuclear

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Engineering Safety Consultancy is seeking Senior System Engineers and Technical Directors in Basildon. These roles involve leading complex projects in highly regulated fields such as nuclear and maritime engineering. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and relevant qualifications, including a BEng degree and Chartered Engineer status.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex, regulated engineering projects.
• 15+ years in a regulated engineering discipline for Technical Director role.
• Proven experience mentoring and managing engineers.
• Technical consultancy experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering teams on complex projects.
• Deliver quality assurance and maintain customer relationships.
• Conduct technical investigations and communicate outcomes to stakeholders.
• Provide strategic guidance and influence policy.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Project Management

Technical Expertise

Education

BEng degree

Postgraduate knowledge

Chartered Engineer (UK Engineering Council)

Membership of a UK Professional Engineering Institution

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Senior System Engineers / Technical Directors - Submarines/Nuclear, Basildon

Client: Mayflower Recruitment Ltd

Location: Basildon, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

Job Description:

We are recruiting System / Principal Engineers and Technical Directors for a growing Engineering Safety Consultancy with interests in Maritime, Naval, Nuclear, and Submarine sectors.

System Engineers – Mid-Level to Senior

Responsible for delivery across complex, hazardous projects in highly regulated fields such as nuclear, maritime, aviation, or ordnance. Capable of leading small teams and working independently, with a strategic mindset and focus on quality assurance.

The Job Duties

• Empower teams of engineers to deliver technical aspects of projects
• Work collaboratively with minimal supervision
• Undertake activities as directed by Technical Directors and Principal Engineers
• Conduct complex technical investigations
• Communicate project outcomes to stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance to peers
• Maintain excellent customer relations and quality standards

Principal Engineer

Leads talented teams on complex projects, providing strategic insight and technical expertise. Requires a broad skill set, leadership ability, and a proactive approach to project delivery.

The Job Duties

• Manage and motivate staff
• Initiate and oversee complex technical projects
• Mentor engineers and identify development opportunities
• Utilize evidence to inform decisions and innovate
• Communicate proposals and outcomes effectively
• Identify market opportunities and mitigate risks

Qualifications

• BEng degree with postgraduate knowledge
• Recognized Technical Expert
• Chartered Engineer (UK Engineering Council)
• Member of a UK Professional Engineering Institution

Technical Director – Nuclear/Maritime/Aviation

Leads strategic initiatives, manages teams, and drives growth. Requires extensive experience, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.

The Job Duties

• Oversee staff activities and resource allocation
• Provide leadership for business continuity
• Manage and develop staff
• Influence strategic policies
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors

Qualifications

• BEng degree with postgraduate knowledge
• Recognized technical expert
• Chartered Engineer (UK Engineering Council)
• 15+ years in a regulated engineering discipline

Mayflower is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.