Senior Nuclear Safety Engineer - Lead Hazards & Licensing

Snc-Lavalin; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior / Principal Nuclear Safety Engineer to lead safety assessments and support clients in the nuclear sector. This role involves mentoring junior engineers and contributing to innovative designs. The ideal candidate has a relevant engineering degree, experience in nuclear safety, and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Employee rewards

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with nuclear safety or similar environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to produce hazards assessments.
• Author complex safety cases for nuclear facilities.
• Support clients in obtaining nuclear site licenses.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical writing

Hazards assessment

Client engagement

Education

Relevant engineering degree

Tools

Project management software

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior / Principal Nuclear Safety Engineer to lead safety assessments and support clients in the nuclear sector. This role involves mentoring junior engineers and contributing to innovative designs. The ideal candidate has a relevant engineering degree, experience in nuclear safety, and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and flexible working options are offered.