At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering projects ensuring safety and compliance in civil and structural design.
- Company: Join Assystem, a global leader in energy transition and nuclear engineering.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and enhance your skills.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of low-carbon energy through innovative engineering solutions.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering and experience in nuclear sector preferred.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world. Every day, our 6,500 switchers located in 12 countries connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition.
This role focuses on technical leadership and assurance, ensuring engineering designs and construction activities meet required standards for both onshore and marine systems.
Key Purpose
You’ll lead engineering delivery, ensuring projects are safe, compliant, and aligned with stakeholder and operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead multi-disciplinary engineering work packages
- Guide and support Project Engineers
- Deputise for the Engineering Manager when needed
- Work with Project Managers, consultants, and contractors
- Support design decisions & optioneering
- Develop scopes of work and define requirements
- Capture user & stakeholder requirements
- Review and approve designs, drawings, and documentation
- Ensure designs meet client standards
- Assess risk assessments, method statements & contractor plans
- Provide technical oversight during construction/deconstruction
- Oversee commissioning/decommissioning activities
- Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ)
- Liaise with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
- Represent the organisation in meetings and presentations
- Work closely with BIM/CAD teams
- Attend site in Helensburgh to build strong working relationships
- Support training and knowledge sharing
- Assist with project close-out activities
Qualifications Essential Skills & Experience
- Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (or related field)
- Strong civil/structural engineering knowledge
- Experience designing & assessing steel structures and reinforced concrete structures
- Knowledge of British Standards & Eurocodes
- Understanding of UK nuclear regulations & best practice
- Experience across the full engineering lifecycle: Concept design, Detailed design, Construction
- Background in heavy industrial and/or maritime structures
- Experience in the UK nuclear sector (energy or defence), especially safety-related structures, systems & components
- Proven project engineering experience, including work package delivery and site integration in regulated environments
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Ability to work independently and within teams
- Strong understanding of compliance in regulated industries
- Experience writing & reviewing technical documents (reports, calculations, drawings, specs)
- Skilled in stakeholder communication & coordination
- Basic health & safety training for site work
- Chartered Engineer status (MICE / MIStructE)
- Knowledge of nuclear safety cases and safety committees / authorisation groups
They’re looking for a technically strong civil/structural engineer with nuclear experience who can lead complex projects, ensure compliance, and deliver safe, high-quality engineering solutions.
Additional Information
- Staff or umbrella contract role
- SC Clearance to start
- Sole UK nationals only
We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.
Summary
- Type: Full-time
- Function: Engineering
- Experience level: Mid-Senior Level
- Industry: Management Consulting
Principal Civil Engineer employer: Assystem
Assystem is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and collaboration within the nuclear engineering sector. Located in Greater London, we offer a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and professional development. Our commitment to excellence is matched by our supportive environment, making it a rewarding place for talented individuals to thrive and contribute to impactful projects.
