At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead teams in delivering complex engineering projects in defence and nuclear sectors.
- Company: Join a leading firm providing technical and risk management services in regulated environments.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a chance to work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional registration and growth in a dynamic team.
- Why this job: Make a difference in critical defence projects while advancing your engineering career.
- Qualifications: BEng degree and experience in project management or engineering roles.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
We are looking for Systems Engineering Consultants at a range of grades, with a specialist background in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Systems and Operations, Ship/Submarine Systems, or Naval Architecture. Ideally, you will have gained experience in the HM Forces or a defence-related sector, and be accomplished in managing projects, systems and people delivering critical outputs to UK Defence.
You may have, or be working towards, a professional qualification in Engineering, Programme or Project Management; Environment, Health and Safety Management; Obsolescence and Through-Life Capability Management, and/or Quality Management and Auditing. You will be a UK National and have, or be willing to undergo, Security Clearance to SC.
Our client provides independent technical, safety and risk management services to a number of highly regulated environments including nuclear, defence, industry, aviation and rail.
About the Role
With a proven track-record of effective working as a key part of a talented team of highly experienced and self-motivated professional engineers, the Senior Engineer will be responsible for delivery across complex, hazardous projects in highly regulated fields, such as nuclear, maritime, aviation or ordnance. Capable of working with minimal supervision, the Senior Engineer is able to lead small teams of peers to deliver clearly defined, yet complex, technical projects. The successful candidate will have the ability to think strategically, applying their knowledge to a range of new technical challenges, whilst ensuring good partnerships and quality assurance are maintained.
The Job Duties
- Empowers teams of engineers to deliver technical aspects of a project
- Capable of collaborative working with minimal supervision
- Undertake activities as directed by Technical Directors and Principal Engineers
- Conduct complex technical investigations
- Articulates project outcomes across a broad stakeholder base
- Provide technical guidance for peers as required
- Responsible for maintaining excellent customer relations and providing quality assurance
- Ideally holding at least a BEng degree
- Highly technically capable within own discipline
- Evidence of analysing and presenting complex data
- Professionally Registered as an Incorporated Engineer with the UK Engineering Council
- Member of a UK Professional Engineering Institution
- Committed to participating in professional development activities and own professional development
- Ability to communicate at all levels
- Excellent negotiation and decision making skills
Senior System Engineers - Submarines / Naval / Nuclear- UK employer: Mayflower Recruitment Ltd
Mayflower Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the fire and security sector. With a focus on employee growth, we provide comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring our team members thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact across South London and the SE UK. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and supports your professional journey.
