Safety Case Engineer (Nuclear) in Leiston, Suffolk

Location: Leiston, Suffolk (UK)

About Vulcain Engineering

Vulcain Engineering, an international engineering consultancy, supports global industrial leaders in their transition to a more responsible and sustainable future. We support our customers in the design, construction, commissioning and operation of their complex infrastructure projects that will shape the world of tomorrow. With operations in 17 countries and employing over 6,000 staff worldwide, our business responds to the needs of our clients by delivering high-value engineering expertise tailored to our clients’ most complex challenges. In the UK, we have a key focus in the Nuclear sector, contributing to ground breaking projects, such as Hinkley Point C (HPC) and Sizewell C (SZC).

The Position:

As a Safety Case/Technical Integration Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring that all technical and design changes on the Sizewell C project are effectively integrated and compliant with nuclear safety case requirements. You will act as the bridge between engineering, safety case authors, and the site delivery teams—ensuring that any proposed changes are properly assessed against licence conditions and approved through the appropriate governance routes. This is not a traditional Health & Safety role. Instead, it focuses on the nuclear safety case, its supporting documentation, and how changes to plant design, configuration, or operation impact the overall safety justification.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Safety Case Engineer will include:

• Support the development, maintenance, and integration of the Sizewell C Safety Case in accordance with nuclear site licence conditions.
• Act as the interface between site delivery teams and the central safety case function, ensuring that technical changes are understood, assessed, and appropriately controlled.
• Coordinate the review and approval process for safety case changes, ensuring timely escalation where formal approval is required.
• Provide expert input into the technical integration of engineering modifications, ensuring that safety case impacts are identified and managed.
• Liaise with regulatory and assurance bodies as required to support compliance with Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) expectations.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of changes, justifications, and approval outcomes.
• Support continuous improvement in safety case management processes and promote a strong nuclear safety culture across project teams.

Preferred Profile:

Alongside a commitment to our values of Care & Compassion, Performance, Team Spirit, and Inclusiveness, we are looking for individuals who can bring the following:

• Degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrable experience in nuclear safety case development, implementation, or integration within a licensed nuclear facility or major nuclear project.
• Strong understanding of nuclear licence conditions, particularly those relating to safety documentation, modification control, and configuration management.
• Experience coordinating across multiple technical disciplines and stakeholders.
• Experience with UK new build nuclear projects (e.g., Hinkley Point C or similar) is desirable.
• Familiarity with engineering change control and safety justification processes is desirable.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards professional registration is desirable.
• Reside locally to Leiston, Suffolk or be prepared to relocate, as this permanent role does not include travel expense coverage.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis, depending on role criticality and project needs. Many of our UK projects require high-level security clearance, meaning we can often only consider candidates with an existing, indefinite right to work in the UK. Exceptionally, we may consider visa sponsorship for applicants with niche experience aligned to our core work (e.g. EPR/nuclear new build).

Remuneration & Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary tailored to your experience and background. Whether you're earlier in your career or bring more senior-level expertise, we encourage you to apply if this role aligns with your skills, or if you're open to discussing other opportunities within this discipline. We also offer a benefits package, both standard and enhanced, which is designed to support your wellbeing, development, and financial future, including:

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with the ability to swap bank holidays for cultural or religious celebrations.
• Matched Pension Scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Neonatal Care Leave.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Private Medical & Dental Insurance.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Training & Development, including additional qualifications and accreditations relevant to your role.
• Travel Insurance – for both business and personal travel.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Why join us?

At Vulcain Engineering, we offer more than just a job, we offer a rewarding career with endless opportunities for growth and development. You'll be part of a talented team of professionals working on exciting and meaningful projects and making a real impact to the nuclear industry. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your talents are valued, and your contributions are recognised. Join us in shaping the future of the nuclear industry and driving innovation to new heights. If you are ready to take on new challenges and unlock your full potential, we invite you to apply for our position.

Equal Opportunities:

Vulcain Engineering UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs. We appreciate every application. However, due to the volume we receive, we’re only able to contact candidates who are shortlisted for this role or who may be a strong fit for future opportunities.