Senior Civil & Structural Engineer

Role Overview

• Lead the development of civil and structural engineering designs and solutions across the full project lifecycle from bid generation, through concept and detailed design development to construction
• Prepare technical documentation, specifications, and design justifications for safety-critical systems
• Oversight, verification and preparation of safety case inputs, such as Safety Functional Requirements (SFRs), Structural Design Method Statements (SDMSs) and Design Substantiation Reports (DSR)
• Oversight, verification and preparation of Interpretive Reports, Basis of Design, Analysis Reports, Calculations, CDM documentation, Material Specifications, Scopes of Work, and Technical Reports
• Perform analysis and/or design tasks as necessary
• Demonstrate knowledge of the practical aspects of implementing engineering designs and understand the use of standards and compliance with regulatory requirements in an engineering environment
• Work with international Small and Advanced Modular Reactor developers to pass through the Office of Nuclear Regulation’s Licencing process
• Manage and check deliverables from junior engineers to ensure compliance and quality
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers
• Interface with clients, regulators, and project stakeholders on technical matters
• Ensure designs meet nuclear safety, cybersecurity, and quality standards
• Support project planning, cost estimating, and risk management activities
• Produce high-quality technical reports
• Build and maintain valuable relationships with clients, partners and peers

Requirements

• MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc or equivalent in civil engineering or another relevant discipline
• Chartered or near Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional body (we will support you)
• An awareness of civil nuclear plant systems, structures and components and associated design and assessment guidelines (or relevant engineering principles from other highly regulated industries)
• Knowledge of civil engineering principals, design tools and relevant guidelines, standards and practices (in particular American standards ACI, ASCE and AISC)
• Ability to simplify complex problems
• Experience using finite element modelling software and associated post processing software, with experience in validation and verification of modelling tools and their outputs
• Good knowledge of health and safety legislation and good practice
• Understanding of the use of design tools within a BIM environment
• UK Nuclear Licencing and Generic Design Assessment process experience is desirable
• Experience in producing and checking high-quality technical deliverables
• Motivated team member with the ability to work to deadlines and communicate project progress
• Good communication skills and ability to articulate information to a broad range of stakeholders
• Committed to Continuous Professional Development

Tech Stack

• Cyber Security

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance