Position: Thermal Hydraulics Engineer (Nuclear) Location: Southwest (although UK wide locations available) – Hybrid Sector: Nuclear Type: Permanent
DESCRIPTION Our Client is a global leader in the nuclear power sector.
THE ROLE: The Thermal Hydraulics Engineer will contribute modelling development, performance analysis and conceptualisation expertise to our Client’s portfolio of nuclear engineering and fuel manufacturing projects. They will have proven experience and knowledge in Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, Nuclear Technology and Nuclear Safety and will join a busy department in a permanent staff basis at a time of exciting growth.
RESPSONSIBILITIES Provide analysis to support preliminary concept assessment, design, safety case justification and manufacturing support Leading designs of thermal management systems and developing thermal modelling / calibration methodologies Modelling and analysing thermal hydraulic systems for nuclear and fuel systems (cooling systems, reactor, heat transfer, heat exchangers etc) Performing code validation and benchmarking studies Executing technical studies and reporting on schedules whilst interacting with other scientific, engineering and safety departments Supporting design activities via thermal hydraulic simulations in close collaboration with Mechanical Design, Codes and Methods and Safety/Licensing teams Using thermal hydraulic computer and simulation codes for design and safety assessments (1D, CFD, RELAP5, severe accident etc) Support the safety justification through analysis and quality assurance Act as primary point of contact for validation cases of analytical methods Create and provide regulator presentations and technical reviews to senior management. Perform technical risk assessments and requirements management and integration for fluid and thermal systems Drafting and reviewing project deliverables such as calculation notes, design specifications, and technical reports.
REQUIREMENTS Proven background in heat transfer, fluid mechanics and thermal hydraulics Experience in conceptualising, modelling, and analysing thermal hydraulic systems Proficient in performing engineering analysis, including thermal, fluid, stress, manufacturability, and cost analysis Strong knowledge and experience of nuclear technology and nuclear safety Proficient in the use of thermal hydraulic codes and tools (RELAP5, ATHLET, Thermal FEA, Knowledge of simulation and engineering tools and CFD codes (e.g MATLAB, MELCOR, SPECTRA, ANSYS, CAD, OpenFOAM etc) Proficient in performing steady-state and transient modelling of cooling systems Strong technical, commercial and project management competencies BSc or MSc degree qualified in Engineering or equivalent (ideally Ability to collaborate with cross-functional departments to define design requirements Ability to provide technical feedback to design and manufacturing teams Analytical and logical attitude with ability to work on studies simultaneously Excellent attention to detail and strong problem solver
Given current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you should consider yourself unsuccessful at this time.
Position: Nuclear Safety Case Engineer Location: Southwest (UK) – Hybrid Sector: Nuclear Type: Permanent
DESCRIPTION Our Client is a global leader in the nuclear power sector.
THE ROLE: T he Nuclear Safety Case Engineer will play a critical role in the preparation, assessment, and maintenance of nuclear safety cases that underpin the safe design, construction, operation, and life extension of nuclear facilities. You will be responsible for ensuring that safety justifications meet regulatory expectations and industry best practices. You will join a busy department in a permanent staff basis at a time of exciting growth.
RESPSONSIBILITIES Develop and write nuclear safety cases for both new build projects and existing plant modifications, including those related to plant life extension. Produce and update key safety case documentation such as: Safety Reports (PCSR, PSR, Pre-Construction & Pre-Operational Safety Reports) Fault Studies and Deterministic Safety Analyses, Engineering Substantiations, ALARP Justifications and Risk Assessments Support the integration of safety cases into the broader project lifecycle Lead and support hazard identification studies (HAZID), HAZOPs, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Event Tree Analysis (ETA), and other safety methodologies. Assess fault sequences, identify safety functional requirements, and define safety systems and features necessary to manage risk. Contribute to the assessment of aging nuclear plant structures, systems, and components (SSCs). Develop safety case updates to justify continued safe operation beyond the plant’s original design life. Engage with regulatory bodies (ONR) to present and defend safety case strategies and findings. Coordinate inputs across design, operations, maintenance, and licensing teams to ensure coherent safety arguments. Collaborate with design engineers to embed safety requirements in system architecture and detailed design. Provide technical input to regulatory submissions and licensing documentation. Assist in resolving regulatory queries and actions related to safety case content. Apply best practices in safety case development, ensuring deliverables meet safety, security, environmental, and commercial objectives while supporting the UK’s energy goals Build strong collaborative relationships with multi-disciplinary colleagues
REQUIREMENTS Experience in developing safety case documentation in any of the following areas: hazard assessment identification, fault studies, radiation protection / radiological consequence assessment, severe accident analysis Relevant Degree (BEng/BSc or higher) in a relevant engineering or science discipline (e.g., Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Physics, Chemical). Experience in nuclear regulatory processes and interacting with the regulator (ONR) Proven experience of authoring several safety case submissions in a UK context Existing GDA delivery experience Knowledge and experience of UK codes, regulations and operational requirements Familiar with interfacing with safety analysts, nuclear designers, engineering teams, licensing and compliance teams Familiar with interacting with external regulators, ONR and independent nuclear assessors Familiarity with late life extension programs in the nuclear sector, particularly those involving AGR, PWR, or BWR reactor types. Experience working with complex safety case architectures (e.g. fault tolerant design) Ability to build trusted relationships with multi-disciplinary colleagues whilst also able to deliver constructive feedback and criticism Strong attention to detail and exceptional communication skills Ability to thrive and focus in a fast-paced, rapidly expanding department
Given current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you should consider yourself unsuccessful at this time.
Position: Quality Manager Location: Avonmouth, Bristol Sector: Nuclear Type: Permanent
DESCRIPTION Our Client is a global leader in nuclear energy. A partner of choice to the international nuclear power sector, our Client provides design, manufacturing, build and equipment supply services to critical projects worldwide.
THE ROLE Our Client is recruiting for a Quality Manager based in their Avonmouth office. They will provide support the project manager to implement a new IMS to a new subsidiary of the business to manage the project quality from design to commissioning, and to support the project team on assessing and supervising contractors and suppliers.
The Quality Manager will be directly managed by the Project Manager, responsible for the overall project.
The majority of the project activities will take place in UK where the site is located and with limited travels to France or Germany.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
For the project quality: Ensure overall project quality performance Provide support to the Project Management in mastering the quality and/or regulatory requirements of the project, notably by participating in the definition of the applicable quality requirements through contract analysis Participate in project quality risk and opportunity analysis and propose associated action plans Monitor the consistency and application of quality documentation (for manufacturing and/or assembly of the factory) to ensure contractual and regulatory requirements are met Contribute to and/or lead variation management activities Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders on project quality topics Support the deployment of quality OPEX tools for the project Participate in audits and ensure their successful completion Provide support for inspections Manage the authorized bodies and the safety authority according to the needs of the project
For the Integrated Managed System: Perform and promote the implementation of IMS and define its objectives Coordinate process reviews, and lead the entity management review to assess the performance of the integrated management system Manage and/or validate the internal audit program Manage the implementation and follow-up of audits (second and third parties) within its operational scope Validate the content of awareness and training materials for Quality Culture Check the consistency of process definitions and validate them, If required, participate in the evaluation of the team’s performance as part of HR processes (annual interviews, mid-year interviews…) and contribute to the development of skills Ensure that changes in internal, contractual or regulatory requirements at Framatome are taken into account within the integrated management system.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Experience: Will have a demonstrable record of experience in IMS implementation and/or project quality management 7 years + in contributing or implementing an IMS 4 years + in contributing or managing a project quality system Candidates with specific experience of contractors / suppliers quality management will be a plus, but it’s not mandatory.
Education Master degree in quality, a technical discipline or engineering
Personal Attributes: Must be rigorous Will have a strong autonomy and capable to deliver on its own an IMS and/or a project quality system, with support of group knowledge database Enjoy to work in a project team Willingness to travel: Europe for few days (mostly France and Germany)
Due to current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you are to consider your application unsuccessful at this time.
Position: Quality Manager Location: Avonmouth, Bristol Sector: Nuclear Type: Permanent
DESCRIPTION Our Client is a global leader in nuclear energy. A partner of choice to the international nuclear power sector, our Client provides design, manufacturing, build and equipment supply services to critical projects worldwide.
THE ROLE Our Client is recruiting for a Quality Manager based in their Avonmouth office. They will provide support the project manager to implement a new IMS to a new subsidiary of the business to manage the project quality from design to commissioning, and to support the project team on assessing and supervising contractors and suppliers.
The Quality Manager will be directly managed by the Project Manager, responsible for the overall project.
The majority of the project activities will take place in UK where the site is located and with limited travels to France or Germany.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
For the project quality: Ensure overall project quality performance Provide support to the Project Management in mastering the quality and/or regulatory requirements of the project, notably by participating in the definition of the applicable quality requirements through contract analysis Participate in project quality risk and opportunity analysis and propose associated action plans Monitor the consistency and application of quality documentation (for manufacturing and/or assembly of the factory) to ensure contractual and regulatory requirements are met Contribute to and/or lead variation management activities Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders on project quality topics Support the deployment of quality OPEX tools for the project Participate in audits and ensure their successful completion Provide support for inspections Manage the authorized bodies and the safety authority according to the needs of the project
For the Integrated Managed System: Perform and promote the implementation of IMS and define its objectives Coordinate process reviews, and lead the entity management review to assess the performance of the integrated management system Manage and/or validate the internal audit program Manage the implementation and follow-up of audits (second and third parties) within its operational scope Validate the content of awareness and training materials for Quality Culture Check the consistency of process definitions and validate them, If required, participate in the evaluation of the team’s performance as part of HR processes (annual interviews, mid-year interviews…) and contribute to the development of skills Ensure that changes in internal, contractual or regulatory requirements at Framatome are taken into account within the integrated management system.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Experience: Will have a demonstrable record of experience in IMS implementation and/or project quality management 7 years + in contributing or implementing an IMS 4 years + in contributing or managing a project quality system Candidates with specific experience of contractors / suppliers quality management will be a plus, but it’s not mandatory.
Education Master degree in quality, a technical discipline or engineering
Personal Attributes: Must be rigorous Will have a strong autonomy and capable to deliver on its own an IMS and/or a project quality system, with support of group knowledge database Enjoy to work in a project team Willingness to travel: Europe for few days (mostly France and Germany)
Due to current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you are to consider your application unsuccessful at this time.
Position: Nuclear Safety Case Engineer Location: Southwest (UK) – Hybrid Sector: Nuclear Type: Permanent
DESCRIPTION Our Client is a global leader in the nuclear power sector.
THE ROLE: T he Nuclear Safety Case Engineer will play a critical role in the preparation, assessment, and maintenance of nuclear safety cases that underpin the safe design, construction, operation, and life extension of nuclear facilities. You will be responsible for ensuring that safety justifications meet regulatory expectations and industry best practices. You will join a busy department in a permanent staff basis at a time of exciting growth.
RESPSONSIBILITIES Develop and write nuclear safety cases for both new build projects and existing plant modifications, including those related to plant life extension. Produce and update key safety case documentation such as: Safety Reports (PCSR, PSR, Pre-Construction & Pre-Operational Safety Reports) Fault Studies and Deterministic Safety Analyses, Engineering Substantiations, ALARP Justifications and Risk Assessments Support the integration of safety cases into the broader project lifecycle Lead and support hazard identification studies (HAZID), HAZOPs, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Event Tree Analysis (ETA), and other safety methodologies. Assess fault sequences, identify safety functional requirements, and define safety systems and features necessary to manage risk. Contribute to the assessment of aging nuclear plant structures, systems, and components (SSCs). Develop safety case updates to justify continued safe operation beyond the plant’s original design life. Engage with regulatory bodies (ONR) to present and defend safety case strategies and findings. Coordinate inputs across design, operations, maintenance, and licensing teams to ensure coherent safety arguments. Collaborate with design engineers to embed safety requirements in system architecture and detailed design. Provide technical input to regulatory submissions and licensing documentation. Assist in resolving regulatory queries and actions related to safety case content. Apply best practices in safety case development, ensuring deliverables meet safety, security, environmental, and commercial objectives while supporting the UK’s energy goals Build strong collaborative relationships with multi-disciplinary colleagues
REQUIREMENTS Experience in developing safety case documentation in any of the following areas: hazard assessment identification, fault studies, radiation protection / radiological consequence assessment, severe accident analysis Relevant Degree (BEng/BSc or higher) in a relevant engineering or science discipline (e.g., Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Physics, Chemical). Experience in nuclear regulatory processes and interacting with the regulator (ONR) Proven experience of authoring several safety case submissions in a UK context Existing GDA delivery experience Knowledge and experience of UK codes, regulations and operational requirements Familiar with interfacing with safety analysts, nuclear designers, engineering teams, licensing and compliance teams Familiar with interacting with external regulators, ONR and independent nuclear assessors Familiarity with late life extension programs in the nuclear sector, particularly those involving AGR, PWR, or BWR reactor types. Experience working with complex safety case architectures (e.g. fault tolerant design) Ability to build trusted relationships with multi-disciplinary colleagues whilst also able to deliver constructive feedback and criticism Strong attention to detail and exceptional communication skills Ability to thrive and focus in a fast-paced, rapidly expanding department
Given current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you should consider yourself unsuccessful at this time.
Position: Thermal Hydraulics Engineer (Nuclear) Location: Southwest (although UK wide locations available) – Hybrid Sector: Nuclear Type: Permanent
DESCRIPTION Our Client is a global leader in the nuclear power sector.
THE ROLE: The Thermal Hydraulics Engineer will contribute modelling development, performance analysis and conceptualisation expertise to our Client’s portfolio of nuclear engineering and fuel manufacturing projects. They will have proven experience and knowledge in Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, Nuclear Technology and Nuclear Safety and will join a busy department in a permanent staff basis at a time of exciting growth.
RESPSONSIBILITIES Provide analysis to support preliminary concept assessment, design, safety case justification and manufacturing support Leading designs of thermal management systems and developing thermal modelling / calibration methodologies Modelling and analysing thermal hydraulic systems for nuclear and fuel systems (cooling systems, reactor, heat transfer, heat exchangers etc) Performing code validation and benchmarking studies Executing technical studies and reporting on schedules whilst interacting with other scientific, engineering and safety departments Supporting design activities via thermal hydraulic simulations in close collaboration with Mechanical Design, Codes and Methods and Safety/Licensing teams Using thermal hydraulic computer and simulation codes for design and safety assessments (1D, CFD, RELAP5, severe accident etc) Support the safety justification through analysis and quality assurance Act as primary point of contact for validation cases of analytical methods Create and provide regulator presentations and technical reviews to senior management. Perform technical risk assessments and requirements management and integration for fluid and thermal systems Drafting and reviewing project deliverables such as calculation notes, design specifications, and technical reports.
REQUIREMENTS Proven background in heat transfer, fluid mechanics and thermal hydraulics Experience in conceptualising, modelling, and analysing thermal hydraulic systems Proficient in performing engineering analysis, including thermal, fluid, stress, manufacturability, and cost analysis Strong knowledge and experience of nuclear technology and nuclear safety Proficient in the use of thermal hydraulic codes and tools (RELAP5, ATHLET, Thermal FEA, Knowledge of simulation and engineering tools and CFD codes (e.g MATLAB, MELCOR, SPECTRA, ANSYS, CAD, OpenFOAM etc) Proficient in performing steady-state and transient modelling of cooling systems Strong technical, commercial and project management competencies BSc or MSc degree qualified in Engineering or equivalent (ideally Ability to collaborate with cross-functional departments to define design requirements Ability to provide technical feedback to design and manufacturing teams Analytical and logical attitude with ability to work on studies simultaneously Excellent attention to detail and strong problem solver
Given current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you should consider yourself unsuccessful at this time.
