Chemical Process Engineer- Nuclear in Manchester

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement and support sustainable transformation.

As a Chemical Process Engineer you will join the Manchester team to support our activities within the Nuclear sector. This is a great opportunity to apply advanced nuclear physics knowledge in a high-impact, regulated environment, working closely with multidisciplinary teams on reactor systems, shielding design, and compliance with nuclear safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, deliver, and issue technical justifications to support the concept design of nuclear, gas or water systems.
• Provide technical support to integrated systems design and system descriptions.
• Own and manage project plans to ensure on-time delivery to cost, quality, and schedule.
• Engage with key stakeholders, both internally and externally, to facilitate seamless project execution.

Required Skills:

• Nuclear/Highly Regulated Industry Experience: Preferably with exposure to PWR plant design and nuclear safety regulations.
• Skilled in producing detailed technical studies, reports, and engineering documentation.
• Experience with Energy mass balance and pressure drop calculations, or reactor physics applied to nuclear technology.
• Experience in technical strategy development, chemistry data analysis, and regulatory compliance within a highly regulated environment.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Chemical or Nuclear Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in nuclear, power generation, or other safety-critical industries.

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies. At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style.
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Cycle & Tech Scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme.
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings.
• Flexible way of working (role dependent).

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.