Design Change Lead Engineer

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognised for its innovative, digital and value-added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20,000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy.

As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026. Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.

Job description

• Manage the contributions to the management of design changes on NI scope through steering of associated design change process, organisation of Committees/Meetings with technical departments and consolidation of the baseline and progress over the NI scope.
• Support the preparation of the NCC session when DC on NI scope are included in the agenda.
• Manage the SZC-DC Mantis database on NI scope, in interaction with Plant Integration Services and the development team when required.
• Monitor and report on the Design Change key performance indicators and dashboards, and proactively take actions to improve performance.
• Advise on the design change process, to ensure all design changes raised correctly apply the process.
• Ensure the link with the project control team with respect to the contractual validation of the design changes prior to allowing their implementation.
• Support the update of the internal Design Change processes owned by PI Services.
• Ensure communication between different entities and escalate any issues when necessary to the PSZC Technical Director and his/her Deputy.
• Represent the Technical Directorate at the relevant forums/committees on Design Changes.

Profile

You will have a strong technical background and a solid understanding of nuclear reactor design processes across multiple engineering disciplines. You’ll need an engineering degree or equivalent experience, along with a proven track record of holding at least two technical roles in nuclear engineering. Your ability to apply and understand technical knowledge across complex design environments will be critical to ensuring successful design change implementation.

You’ll demonstrate excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across transverse teams and navigate complex stakeholder environments. A pragmatic, solution-focused mindset is essential when addressing technical challenges. We’re looking for someone who can build strong, collaborative relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders, maintaining high standards of safety and quality throughout.

Languages (level)

• English fluent (required)
• French – bonus

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Individual and family private health care
• Dental insurance for employees
• Cashplan – Level 2 cover
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Income Protection
• Professional Body Membership
• Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Babbel – learn a new language
• Generous family leave

Job location

United Kingdom, Bristol, Aztec West

Applicant criteria

• Minimum level of education required: Master
• Minimum level of experience required: Experienced
• Employment level: Non cadre