Senior System Engineers / Technical Directors - Submarines/Nuclear

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering safety consultancy is seeking Senior System Engineers and Technical Directors to deliver projects within the maritime and nuclear sectors in Plymouth. Candidates should possess a BEng degree, chartered status, and significant experience leading engineering teams. This role offers an opportunity to impact project outcomes while maintaining quality assurance and customer relations.

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear, maritime, or aviation sectors.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects.
• Leadership experience in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex, hazardous projects in regulated fields.
• Manage and motivate engineering teams.
• Ensure quality and strategic application of technical knowledge.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Leadership

Stakeholder Communication

Team Empowerment

Education

BEng degree

Postgraduate Knowledge

Chartered Engineer

Job description

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

Client: Mayflower Recruitment Ltd

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

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 a focus on Maritime, Naval, Nuclear, and Submarine sectors.

System Engineers – Mid-Level to Senior

The Senior Engineer will be responsible for delivery across complex, hazardous projects in highly regulated fields such as nuclear, maritime, aviation, or ordnance. Capable of working independently and leading small teams, they will ensure project quality and strategic application of their technical knowledge.

• 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 assurance

Principal Engineer

The Principal Engineer will lead and deliver complex, hazardous projects, managing talented teams of experienced engineers. They should be self-motivated, a subject matter expert, and capable of strategic insight and technology transfer.

• Lead, supervise, and motivate staff
• Manage complex technical projects
• Guide engineers and support their development
• Utilize evidence to inform and innovate
• Communicate proposals and outcomes broadly
• Identify market opportunities and mitigate risks

Qualifications include a BEng degree with postgraduate knowledge, recognition as a Technical Expert, Chartered Engineer status, and membership in a UK Professional Engineering Institution.

Technical Director – Nuclear/Maritime/Aviation

The Technical Director will oversee talented teams, with experience in senior management, strategic planning, and delivering complex projects in regulated fields. They should demonstrate strategic thinking, excellent communication, and leadership skills, supporting the company's growth initiatives.

• Lead and organize staff activities and resources
• Provide leadership for business continuity
• Manage and develop staff
• Influence strategic policies
• Coordinate with the Board of Directors
• Qualifications include a BEng degree, postgraduate knowledge, Chartered Engineer status, and at least 15 years of experience in regulated engineering fields.

Mayflower is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.