Overview

Make an Impact on the UK's Most Complex Nuclear Challenges

We're looking for a Senior Mechanical or Civil Engineer to join a small, specialist team tackling some of the most demanding projects in the nuclear sector, supporting retrieval and remediation work on the Magnox Swarf Storage Silo (MSSS) at Sellafield.

This is your chance to deliver meaningful, safety-critical engineering that directly reduces the UK's nuclear hazard.

The Opportunity

You'll be at the forefront of developing solutions for the Outbound Logistics Module (OBLM) and MSSS leak management. Expect to work largely autonomously or in a tight-knit team (2-3 people) on complex R&D and engineering challenges—including silos and ponds systems.

You'll own and lead technical work packages from scoping through delivery and regulatory engagement.

Your Role Will Include

• Leading packages of technical work with minimal supervision
• Scoping and specifying technical activities
• Producing and presenting NFRs and reports
• Checking and reviewing team outputs
• Planning future technical scope (from study through design transition)
• Engaging with regulators on allocated work packages

Qualifications

• Chartered status in a relevant engineering discipline
• Strong nuclear industry experience, ideally including Sellafield MSSS and Silos
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of complex problems
• Mechanical Handling and Heavy Lifting experience essential
• Proven understanding of Technical Files and Safety Case requirements

Desirable experience

• Technical Assessment and Review
• Study Delivery
• Strategy Development
• Technology Development / R&D
• Plant Trials
• Early Design Delivery (Study/Concept phases)
• Project or Programme Management

Why Join?

• Work on some of the UK's highest-priority nuclear decommissioning challenges
• Tackle cutting-edge R&D solutions with real impact on safety and environmental outcomes
• Hybrid working with strong on-site team collaboration
• Join a professional environment that values autonomy, expertise, and leadership

Ready to take on a role where your experience really matters? Apply today and help shape the future of nuclear decommissioning at Sellafield