Principal Nuclear Safety Case Engineer

Job Description

Start here. Grow here.

“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 an experienced 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 lead the continued development of a strong team to whom you will provide leadership and robust management. In this high-profile role, you will be the first point of direct contact with clients, partners, and contractors. You will over-see key projects from concept to delivery including design, procurement, subcontract, factory acceptance, installation, site acceptance and commissioning.

This role is ideal for an experienced safety case expert, offering you the chance to work on a variety of the highest profile, short and long-term projects within the sector, and being involved and overseeing the full project cycle end-to-end.

Here’s what you’ll do:

Leadership & Management:

• Nuclear safety case expert who will support management across the nuclear portfolio in AECOM (Civil and Defence).
• Supports the development of the strategy for growing the nuclear safety case capability in AECOM.
• Supports the development of resource strategies, recruitment plans and maintaining resource competence (SQEP).
• Supports the management of the nuclear safety case team (including deputising for the Nuclear Safety Case Discipline Lead as required).

Technical Delivery:

• Acts as a subject matter expert with respect to winning work, supporting the bidding process with respect to nuclear safety. 
• Responsible for strategic safety case delivery on projects.
• Develops relationships with clients to deliver a 'right first time' approach for technical delivery.
• Advises AECOM leadership 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 crucial issues and/or unique conditions to move projects forward. 

Development and Knowledge Sharing:

• Provides mentoring and coaching for the nuclear safety case team.
• Manages the development and delivery of nuclear safety training to internal and external stakeholders, as well as proactively 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, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll 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 work–life balance.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Experience: Extensive of developing nuclear safety cases in the nuclear sector.
• Leadership: Exceptional leadership qualities with the ability to offer strategic advice and influence other engineers in defining, implementing, and completing engineering work packages.
• Project Delivery: A track record of successful project delivery, including overseeing the full project cycle end-to-end.
• Communication: Competence in preparing and delivering technical presentations and conducting peer reviews of technical documents.

You will also be self-motivated with an ability to work both autonomously where required, with a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a dynamic deadline driven team environment.

Desired qualifications

• MEng/BEng in Science or Engineering subject (or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer in relevant discipline (or working towards)

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 [email protected]. At AECOM, we value everyone's 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

“Want to find out more about the role or what working at AECOM is like?”

You can learn more about us here: Energy Brochure

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s 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 aecom.com 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 you’re 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. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll 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 person’s potential, and we’ll 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 [email protected]  if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

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