Project Engineer
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Occupation Type
Engineering project managers and project engineers
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£51,900
(£26.62 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA). NRS is responsible for decommissioning first generation nuclear power stations Berkeley, Bradwell, Chapelcross, Dungeness A, Hinkley Point A, Hunterston A, Oldbury, Sizewell A, Trawsfynydd and Wylfa, and research sites Harwell and Winfrith. NRS is also responsible for electricity generation at hydroelectric plant Maentwrog. As a division of NRS, NRS Dounreay is responsible for the clean-up and demolition of the former centre of fast reactor research and development.
NRS is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK’s civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements.
At NRS, we understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn’t be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation.
If you’re part of the NDA Group, please refer to the Mobility Principles for guidance on how a move into NRS can be facilitated - visit What is Mobility at the NDA group?
About The Role
NRS is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK’s civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements.
At NRS, we understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn’t be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation.
If you’re part of the NDA Group, please refer to the Mobility Principles for guidance on how a move into NRS can be facilitated - visit What is Mobility at the NDA group?
About The Role
Project Engineer (BR-139)
Hear from the Hiring Manager
“This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development and delivery of projects at Sizewell A, delivering the site into a safe and secure end state.
We are looking for Project Engineers (Mech/Elec/C&I/Process) to lead in the development of robust technical solutions, from concept, though the commissioning phases into routine operations and beyond.”
Key Deliverables
Hear from the Hiring Manager
“This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development and delivery of projects at Sizewell A, delivering the site into a safe and secure end state.
We are looking for Project Engineers (Mech/Elec/C&I/Process) to lead in the development of robust technical solutions, from concept, though the commissioning phases into routine operations and beyond.”
Key Deliverables
- Provide suitable engineering solutions for complex projects.
- Identify project functional requirements and stakeholder needs for assigned projects.
- Contribute to project documentation including design, safety case and commissioning strategies.
- Develop concept designs and fit for purpose engineering solutions for projects.
- Produce and/or approve project technical specifications.
- Manage detailed design activities in accordance with design authority standards.
- Carry out technical assessment/approval of contractors work instruction/method statements/risk assessments.
- Provide technical supervision of construction/deconstruction activities to ensure compliance with design intent.
- Appropriate HNC, (NQF Level 5); preferably degree level (NQF Level 6) or working towards (Essential).
- Significant experience in practising disciplined Engineering role on industrial plant (Essential).
- Experience of fulfilling the CDM Designer role (Essential).
- Knowledge/Experience in commissioning of industrial plant (Desirable).
- Knowledge/Experience in Contract Management (Desirable).
- Experience of nuclear and/or conventional project engineering (Essential).
- Understanding of relevant Company and/or national engineering standards (Essential).
- The candidate must be a proactive individual with a proven record of delivering in a project team.
- Successful candidates will be required to hold Authorisations commensurate with the role.
- No specific hazards.
Please note: All successful candidates will need to provide proof of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment/education history (typically covering the last 3–5 years) in line with NRS Baseline Security requirements. Some roles may also require full Security Clearance, which involves additional checks. For details, please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) guidance.
At NRS, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We want to ensure you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application or interview process, please do not hesitate to let us know.
- We offer flexibility on base location for multi-site roles and are happy to discuss flexible working options.