At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver innovative civil engineering designs for nuclear projects from start to finish.
- Company: Join a leading firm dedicated to clean energy and national security.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, flexible offices, and a supportive wellbeing programme.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and contribute to exciting national-scale projects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the UK's nuclear estate while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering and experience in nuclear projects required.
The predicted salary is between 41400 - 50600 £ per year.
Overview
You will deliver civil engineering designs across the nuclear asset lifecycle, from feasibility to decommissioning.
You join a multidisciplinary team solving complex infrastructure challenges for national-scale projects.
You’ll work on sites, roads, drainage, utilities and concrete/steel structures within highly regulated environments.
This role supports clean energy, national security, and long-term management of the UK’s nuclear estate, with opportunities to grow technically and professionally.
You’ll collaborate with clients and partners to deliver enduring, safe, and innovative solutions.
- Pay / Benefits
- work-life balance
- hybrid working
- flexible offices
- inclusivity and belonging
- Thrive wellbeing programme
- Gymflex and menopause support
Responsibilities
- Deliver and review civil engineering designs across the nuclear asset lifecycle (new build, operations, maintenance, life extension, decommissioning)
- Develop civil solutions for site development, roads, drainage, earthworks, utility networks and reinforced concrete/steel structures
- Conduct feasibility studies, optioneering, site assessments and concept design to inform decisions
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate civil designs with structural, mechanical, electrical and process engineering
- Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, and safety documentation
- Apply design standards, procedures and quality requirements in regulated environments
- Support project planning, design coordination and delivery to programme and budget
- Build relationships with clients, stakeholders and delivery partners across nuclear and defence sectors
- Support development of graduate and early career engineers
- Contribute to the growth and reputation of WSP's Civil Nuclear capability
- Key requirements
- Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline
- Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE) or working towards chartership
- Experience delivering civil engineering projects across the nuclear asset lifecycle (new build, operations, maintenance, life extension, decommissioning, waste management, environmental remediation)
- Understanding of UK nuclear programmes including SMRs, AMRs and related infrastructure
- Experience in design and delivery of civil solutions (site development, earthworks, drainage, highways, utilities, reinforced concrete and steel structures)
- Knowledge of design codes and standards (British Standards, Eurocodes, nuclear-specific standards)
- Experience in feasibility studies, optioneering, concept and detailed design
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and coordinate interfaces on complex projects
- Understanding of design risk management, CDM regulations and health and safety throughout the project lifecycle
- Strong technical report writing, analytical and problem-solving skills
- collaboration
- communication
- problem-solving
- civil engineering design
- site development
- earthworks
Civil Engineer (Nuclear) employer: WSP Group
At WSP, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among our talented team. As a Major Projects Executive in Western Australia, you will not only lead transformative transport infrastructure projects but also benefit from executive-level remuneration, flexible working arrangements, and robust leadership development pathways. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the support of a close-knit community dedicated to your professional growth and well-being.
