Nuclear Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Engineer

Frazer-Nash Consultancy Limited; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Nuclear HVAC Engineer to develop HVAC design requirements aligned with safety criteria for nuclear projects. The role involves conducting calculations, producing design documentation, and may require travel to client sites. This full-time role offers a salary of £35,000 to £45,000 annually and supports hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary with yearly reviews

25 days holiday + the opportunity to buy 5 days

Flexible working options

Enhanced parental benefits

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Private healthcare membership

Bonus scheme linked to company performance

Cycle to work scheme

Season rail ticket loan

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in HVAC system design.
• Effective technical delivery in nuclear sectors.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage HVAC design requirements for nuclear projects.
• Conduct fluid flow and thermal process calculations.
• Produce design documentation including P&IDs.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Degree in relevant science or engineering

Higher National Diploma in engineering, design or building services

Job description

Nuclear Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Engineer

Posted 2 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.

Salary range: £35,000 to £45,000 per annum depending on experience.

Location: Bristol, Gloucester, Burton or Manchester.

Working Pattern: Flexible hybrid working, time split between office, client sites and working from home.

Closing date: 31st December 2025 (early application encouraged).

About Frazer‑Nash

Frazer‑Nash delivers innovative engineering solutions to our clients to make lives safe, secure, sustainable and affordable. It’s an exciting time to work in the nuclear industry and Frazer‑Nash is involved in many projects across the lifecycle of nuclear facilities. We’re seeking someone interested in the nuclear industry to join our diverse team and be a pivotal part of our journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage HVAC design requirements aligned with safety and performance criteria for nuclear projects and associated facilities.
• Undertake process equipment sizing and specification for ventilation and air handling systems.
• Conduct fluid flow and thermal process calculations to support system design.
• Generate system operating principles and functional descriptions.
• Produce design documentation including P&IDs, design reports, and HVAC equipment/system definition documents.
• Substantiate system designs through safety analysis and compliance assessments.
• Apply systems engineering tools and techniques such as functional modelling, Function Means Analysis (FMA), and decision analysis for concept generation and selection.
• Develop and manage structured Requirements, Evidence, Definition, and Verification data.
• Define and maintain functional interfaces between HVAC systems and other plant systems.

Essential Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in HVAC system, layout or component design.
• Evidence of effective technical delivery in nuclear new build or generation sectors.
• A degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline or a higher education qualification (minimum Higher National Diploma) in an engineering, design or building services discipline.
• Strong problem‑solving and teamwork skills.
• Skilled, clear and organised written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.

Desirable Requirements

• Professionalism in supporting new business and enhancing client relationships.
• Reactor Operations & Procedures: familiarity with reactor plant operating philosophy, standard procedures, and safety‑critical workflows.
• Nuclear Safety Principles: knowledge and practical application of ALARP (As Low Reasonably Practicable) and BAT (Best Available Technique).
• Project management experience.
• Experience working in a consultancy environment.
• Working towards chartership with a professional institution (e.g., IMechE, CIBSE).

Working at Frazer‑Nash

One of our core values is that we value our people. We help them find work they enjoy and that allows them to continuously grow and develop, whilst maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. We support our people in obtaining chartership with relevant engineering and scientific institutions. Where possible we encourage cross‑sector and cross‑discipline working to transfer skill sets and share best practice from different sectors.

We support our people to develop consultancy skills including business development and project management. As our people progress, we provide opportunities for increased responsibility and support our people to transition into the career paths they want to take—whether technical, people management or sector‑specific business development.

Due to the nature of the work, candidates will be required to undergo pre‑employment screening and must satisfy UK National Security Vetting clearance criteria.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with yearly reviews.
• 25 days holiday + the opportunity to buy 5 days.
• Company culture that values the right heart.
• Flexible working options.
• Enhanced parental benefits.
• Company pension scheme.
• Targeted professional development.
• Life assurance.
• Private healthcare membership.
• Bonus scheme linked to company performance.
• Paid membership fees to a professional institution.
• Support in attaining professional membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season rail ticket loan.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Other
• Business Consulting and Services

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