Senior Systems Engineer

CompanyNuclear Restoration Services

LocationWest Kilbride, Scotland, United Kingdom

Posted At1/27/2026

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£54,900 (£28.15 per hour)

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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

Hear from the Hiring Manager

''Our Systems Engineering team is made up of highly skilled engineers across a range of disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, C&I) with the responsibility of maintaining the sites plant systems including the site’s infrastructure. They provide a focal point of engineering expertise and ownership for assigned plant systems and assets with nuclear, radiological, environmental, and business significance. They deliver comprehensive engineering services to customers and stakeholders, maintaining long term safety, performance, reliability, material condition and compliance in this highly regulated sector. We are looking for a Mechanical Senior System Engineer to join the team.''

Key Deliverables

Provide the focal point and technical ownership for a portfolio of assigned systems.
Maintain an engineering strategy for the assigned systems to deliver long term health and recommend improvement measures where required.
Carry out and record routine system walk downs.
Record, trend and analyse system performance monitoring data as appropriate and take the necessary corrective actions.

Specify the necessary periodic maintenance routines and spares holdings.

Be familiar with the safety case as it applies to the assigned systems and know the functional requirements, key limits, and conditions for safe operation.

Produce and/or approve relevant documentation for assigned systems such as Technical Specifications and maintenance instructions.

Produce and Manage modification proposals.

Act as a consultant for projects undertaken on assigned system providing proactive technical support and ensuring smooth handovers to and from projects.

Work flexibly within the team and support and mentor other System Engineers and trainees.

Carry out timely investigation of events and review on-site and off-site events via the Operational Experience Feedback process.

Undertake emergency scheme duties when required.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

Minimum HNC in engineering or equivalent level (NQF level 5) engineering qualification, preferably a relevant engineering degree (NQF level 6).
Experience in a practising disciplined Engineering role (Mechanical) on industrial plant.

Nuclear and/or conventional plant operation, engineering or maintenance experience.

Desirable:

Membership of a relevant Engineering Institute (Incorporated Status).
Chartered Status.

We also welcome applications from those looking to develop and may not meet all essential criteria. In these cases, a lower grade may be offered as a development opportunity. The successful candidate would be supported with a Personal Development Plan (PDP) to enable progression into the role.

Benefits Package

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) staff should refer to the document titled “Spot Point v Grade alignment” available on SharePoint for more information on how the grade structure aligns to Spot Points.
Flexible working – where possible.
The equivalent of 25 days (185 hours per year) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year). This increases by 2 days (14.8 hours per year) annual leave after two full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year) , and an additional 3 days (22.2 hours per year) annual leave after five full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year). You also have the option to buy or sell the equivalent of 5 days (37 hours) annual leave each year (available in specific windows for the following holiday year). For the purpose of assessing an employee’s annual leave entitlement, a day means seven and two fifths (7.4) hours. A pro rata entitlement will apply for part time workers.

Flexible benefits scheme – including cycle to work and reduced gym membership fees.

Participation in our Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,750 per annum based on corporate objectives).

Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour telephone support & personal assistance service and access to an online wellbeing App.

Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (dependent on service).

Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.

We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS).

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.

We offer flexibility on base location for multi-site roles and are happy to discuss flexible working options. At NRS, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.