Senior Nuclear Safety Case Engineer

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Are you ready to join a team of talented engineers and shape the future of the Nuclear Industry

Due to the continued growth and expansion of our Nuclear Team we are looking enhance our technical capabilities and are seeking a Senior Safety Case Expert to join our team. This role offers the chance to participate in multi-disciplinary projects at various stages of the lifecycle from client consultancy to comprehensive turn-key solutions. You will have the vision passion and track record required to support us with our continued growth of our nuclear offering.

You will contribute to the development of a strong and effective team supporting the delivery of high-quality work under the guidance of senior this important role you will work closely with clients partners and contractors assisting with communication and coordination across key project stages. You will support the delivery of projects from concept through to completion including involvement in design procurement subcontracting factory acceptance installation site acceptance and commissioning.

This role is ideal for an engineer with experience in safety case development offering the opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile short and long-term projects within the sector. You will gain exposure to the full project lifecycle and develop your expertise while working alongside experienced professionals.

Heres what youll do:

Leadership & Management:

• Nuclear safety case practitioner who will support the nuclear portfolio in AECOM (Civil and Defence).
• Supports maintaining resource competence (SQEP).

Technical Delivery:

• Supports efforts to win work including supporting the bidding process with respect to nuclear safety.
• Responsible for safety case delivery on projects.
• Develops relationships with clients to deliver a right first time approach for technical delivery.
• Advises AECOM teams and clients on regulatory compliance standards and guidance.
• Supports AECOM and client organisations in interactions with regulators and safety committees.
• Applies knowledge and experience to resolve emergent issues and/or unique conditions to move projects forward.

Development & Knowledge Sharing:

• Supports mentoring and coaching for the nuclear safety case team.
• Supports the development and delivery of nuclear safety training to internal and external stakeholders as well as contributing to multidisciplinary knowledge sharing initiatives.
• Keeps informed of new developments and requirements affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes in approach and best practice.

Come grow with us.

Become part of our dynamic nuclear team which boasts a team of leading and innovating industry experts. Collaborate with top-tier civil mechanical electrical and process engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects from small initiatives to large-scale ventures all the way from concept to completion. At AECOM youll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

And lets not forget about the perks at AECOM. Youll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle technical practice networks AECOM University and volunteering days.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a dynamic team that tackles challenging and impactful nuclear projects.
• Work alongside industry-leading professionals and thought leaders.
• Engage in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Enjoy the flexibility to work in a way that fits your lifestyle while supporting a healthy worklife balance.

Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• Honours (2:1 or above) or Masters degree in a Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline (or an equivalent mixture of qualifications and experiences from the UK nuclear industry).
• Chartership (or working towards) in a STEM discipline with a Professional Institution.
• Experience of developing nuclear safety cases in civil and/or defence nuclear sectors.
• Experience of providing mentoring training and coaching activities.
• Ability to demonstrate competencies at a level commensurate with the role as defined in the Nuclear Safety Case Discipline Suitably Qualified and Experienced Personnel (SQEP) Competency Framework.
• Ability to obtain security clearance to Security Check (SC) level.

At AECOM we believe in creating a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions. If you share our vision and are ready to make a difference in the nuclear industry we want to hear from you.

Security Clearance

Please note that our offer of employment is conditional upon your ability to meet UK security clearance requirements. This is necessary for you to work on the full range of projects requiring security clearance at AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited.

Additional Information :

Application Support

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

Additional Information

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1