Senior System Engineers / Technical Directors - Submarines/Nuclear

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Engineering Safety Consultancy in the Oxford district seeks Senior System Engineers and Technical Directors specializing in Maritime, Naval, Nuclear, and Submarine sectors. The positions involve leading teams, delivering complex projects, and offering strategic insights. Qualified candidates will possess a BEng degree, relevant engineering status, and extensive experience in a regulated engineering discipline.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated engineering disciplines, especially in nuclear, maritime, or aviation.
• Minimum of 15 years' experience for Technical Director role.
• Strong background in leading teams and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams to deliver complex engineering projects.
• Conduct technical investigations and communicate outcomes.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Quality assurance

Leadership skills

Technical guidance

Communication

Education

BEng degree with postgraduate knowledge

Chartered Engineer (UK Engineering Council)

Member of a UK Professional Engineering Institution

Recognised Technical Expert

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Senior System Engineers / Technical Directors - Submarines/Nuclear, oxford district

Client: Mayflower Recruitment Ltd

Location: oxford district, 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 strategic thinking and quality assurance skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Empower teams of engineers to deliver technical aspects of projects
• Collaborate 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 Responsibilities:

• Manage talented teams and deliver complex projects
• Provide strategic insights and transfer skills to new technologies

Qualifications:

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

Technical Director – Nuclear/Maritime/Aviation

Leads strategic and operational activities, manages staff, and influences company policies. Requires extensive experience, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.

Qualifications:

• BEng degree with postgraduate knowledge
• Recognised Technical Expert
• Chartered Engineer (UK Engineering Council)
• Member or Fellow of a UK Professional Engineering Institution
• 15+ years' experience in a regulated engineering discipline

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