Principal Engineer
- Epsom, Bristol
- Nuclear
As a Principal Engineer in the Fusion and Advances Reactor team, you'll be responsible for a vast range of projects and innovation initiatives. Lead and develop talented multi-disciplinary teams. Work closely with clients and stakeholders, helping to shape the change that has a tangible, sustainable impact on the world. And with opportunities across the globe – there's no limit to how much you can grow and challenge yourself.
Working within our Fusion and Advanced Reactor team, you’ll be joining an aspiring group who are delivering projects across the advanced reactor design and fusion markets; all of which demand a multi-disciplinary approach to deliver solutions to problems that have not yet been broached in the nuclear engineering industry.
Requirements:
Essential Experience:
- A relevant engineering degree or equivalent.
- Established track-record and proven experience leading multi-discipline projects from concept through to completion.
- Experience of leading highly technical teams involving disciplines such as mechanical, process EC&I delivering equipment designs.
- Established capability in originating and progressing designs from concept through to detailed design, to a given set of requirements and constraints.
- Generating high quality technical documentation, for example engineering calculations, specifications, datasheets and technical reports.
- Knowledge and experience in relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Knowledge and experience in at least one of the following engineering disciplines: heat transfer, structural hand calculations, finite element analysis, and design for manufacture.
- Experience in at least one of the following technical areas: thermal power cycles, heat transfer, fluid flow, structural hand calculations, design codes and standards, finite element analysis, design for manufacture, manufacturing techniques, practical vacuum technology, cryogenic systems, or installation of mechanical systems.
- A strong can-do approach to work and able to communicate at all levels of the business and with customers.
Desirable Experience:
- Experience in the design, development, and construction of test rigs or design validation projects requiring integration of mechanical, electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems.
- Appreciation and application in working with design standards.
- Understanding of systems engineering principles and the ability to apply V&V techniques across different phases of product development.
- Experience in producing bids and proposals or placing contracts with industry.
- Experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Chartered status with the IMechE (or equivalent institution).
- You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge.
- And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.
- We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.
Why work for AtkinsRéalis ?
The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.
We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at AtkinsRéalis. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
Security clearance:
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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