OverviewJoin to apply for the Principal Nuclear Graphite Engineer role at AmentumWe are looking to recruit a Principal nuclear graphite engineer to help support life extension of the current AGR fleet of nuclear stations and to help develop and deliver a strategy for expanding our client base beyond the traditional customers. As part of the team, you will be delivering important solutions to real problems, meeting the UK energy demands and carbon emissions targets.We are part of the Structural Analysis and Assessment Team, which includes a broad range of Engineering and Scientific experts spanning mathematics, physics, structural and mechanical engineering, software development, finite-element stress analysis, and structural integrity analysis and assessment. The team provides services to a range of customers, mainly in the nuclear industry, and works on national and international projects with other parts of Amentum to deliver integrated client solutions. The team supports hybrid working with some days at home and others in the Warrington, Knutsford and Manchester offices.ResponsibilitiesTechnical oversight and leadership of several projects relating to nuclear graphite.Discussing and developing bespoke engineering solutions with colleagues and customers.Interfacing with customers throughout the lifecycle of a project.Implementing and further developing the business strategy for expanding the team’s client base.Producing high-quality technical reports.Checking the work of other team members.Assisting in maintaining and developing the technical capability and knowledge of the team.Representing the business in technical meetings.Liaising with various internal and external stakeholders, including universities, to drive innovation and delivery.What You’ll NeedDegree in any numerate scientific or engineering discipline.Expert knowledge of nuclear graphite and the effects of irradiation.An interest in business strategy.Confident organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.Reliable analytical skills, able to interpret results, relate them to the real world and present them clearly to key stakeholders.Ability to write well-structured reports that present clear arguments.Desirable but not essentialExperience in writing business proposals and plans.Experience of using FEA software packages, e.g., ABAQUS.Familiarity with prospective new reactor designs.Our Culture and BenefitsWe value safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and support one another through a culture of care. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. We embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do and welcome flexible working arrangements.UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to communities through our Collectively program with matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.We partner with VERCIDA to help attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process, please contact the team. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Location and Working ModelHybrid working is available with some days in the Warrington, Knutsford and Manchester offices. We are open to discussions on flexible hours, patterns and locations to suit you and the business. #J-18808-Ljbffr