Where to Find & Apply for UK Nuclear Engineering Jobs
If you're seeking Nuclear Engineering Jobs in the UK and unsure of where to look, you've come to the right.
The nuclear industry currently offers numerous opportunities, especially in engineering
Below, we outline some key places to find nuclear jobs.
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Engineering Jobs - our definition
There are several positions available, ranging from Principal to Design Engineer, across Mechanical, EC&I, Analysis Process, and CS&A functions.
All roles focus on producing designs that meet technical specifications, requiring verification and validation of these designs, participation in radiological and conventional safety reviews, and the provision of necessary documentation to transition the design from concept to realization and completion.
The Profile
In the UK Nuclear Industry, an engineer's qualifications and experience are highly job-specific. This site aims to provide an overview rather than detailed descriptions of each role. For job descriptions, review our Types of Nuclear Jobs page or refer to specific job advertisements listed below.
However, candidates are generally expected to meet the following minimum:
- Hold an Engineering qualification such as NHC/HND
- Be on the path to becoming a chartered engineer
- Have prior in a design project environment, preferably in the nuclear industry
- Be proficient in required software (AutoCAD, ProE, Inventor)
- Meet the minimum vetting requirements.
Get Into Nuclear
Historically, these roles were often exclusive to those within the nuclear industry. However, the growing demand for positions in Nuclear New Build (NNB) projects is prompting the industry to expand opportunities for non-nuclear engineers.
Where to find UK Nuclear Engineering Jobs
Finding nuclear jobs can be a difficult task.
The industry consists of various employers who utilise different methods for recruiting talent, so you won't find all nuclear job listings in one place.
Below, we've outlined a roadmap to assist you in your job search for nuclear positions and apply for nuclear engineering roles in the UK.
We suggest beginning at the top of the list and proceeding downwards if you don't immediately find the role you're seeking.
Industry-wide UK Nuclear Engineering Job Sites
Many of the below will be familiar to you. They provide you with the highest number of nuclear job advertisements. Many nuclear jobs will be covered, but it can sometimes be difficult to search for them on the websites.
Destination Nuclear - Industry jobs board
Energy Jobline - growing list of nuclear jobs
NuclearJobs - dedicated to nuclear
The UK Recruiters Job Boards
Most of the prominent recruiters in the nuclear industry will post their live vacancies on the dedicated job boards. Often recruiters are hiring for many roles, sectors and customers at any one time, so you may need to search for what you are looking for.
Top-Tier UK Nuclear Employers
Recognised as Tier-1 employers, the companies listed below represent some of the largest employers in the nuclear sector.
The positions available are tailored to each employer and may not be listed on general industry job boards, so you might need to explore various options to find the ideal nuclear job.
EDF Energy - operator of UK nuclear energy
Sellafield Ltd - large decommissioning site
Magnox Ltd - multiple decommissioning sites
AWE - work on nuclear the deterrent
BAE - a major defence contractor
Babcock - a major defence contractor
Large UK Nuclear Employers
Referred to as Tier-2 employers, the following are several companies within the nuclear industry.
Each role is tailored to the specific employer, so you may need to explore further to discover the ideal nuclear position.
National Nuclear Laboratory - has major clients
Cavendish Nuclear - UK and Canada
SNC Lavalin - owns Atkins
AECOM - work across the industry
Bechtel - a large delivery organisation
Nuvia - nuclear entity within the VINCI Group
UK Nuclear Employers
Known as Tier-3 or Tier-4 employers, those listed below are a number of employers in the nuclear industry. The roles will be specific to the employer, so you may need to click around to find the perfect nuclear position.
Ansaldo Nuclear - An engineering company
NSG Ltd - An engineering company
Bendells - An engineering company
The above is not an exhaustive directory of where you can find engineering work in the nuclear industry. You can find out more at our live nuclear jobs board.
Next Steps
At Get Into Nuclear, we try to walk you through our six-steps to land a UK nuclear industry job.
Use the below to assess where you are in your journey and decide what your next steps will be:
1. Know who you are: Before starting we recommend looking over and updating your CV.
2. Know what you want: Assess why you are looking for and what you want from a new role.
3. Know the business: Use the "Learn" section of the website to learn all about nuclear.
4. Know the skills: Review the types of jobs in nuclear and undertake a skills mapping exercise.
5. Know the people: Review nuclear employers above, plus check out nuclear companies.
6. Become Known: Get a free CV review and apply for roles using the links above.
Contact
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