National Nuclear Laboratory | Senior Technology Manager | workington
2 weeks ago
Job Description for Senior Technology Manager:
Working in Safety, Security & Safeguards gives you the chance to make your mark on some hugely interesting projects. We're committed to using nuclear science to benefit society for years to come. This means that you can build a long and successful career here whilst playing a meaningful role in delivering cleaner energy, reducing waste and keeping colleagues and the public out of harm's way.
The Remote Engineering, Design & Robotics Team supplies bespoke remote handling equipment, tooling, inspection and robotic systems for all aspects of remote operations and plant interventions in the nuclear industry. We cover all aspects of projects including consultancy, optioneering studies, concept design, detail design, manufacture, test, commissioning, and on-site operations.
This advertised role requires an individual to provide technical leadership within the specialist area of Remote Engineering. NNL require a Senior Technology Manager within our team of mechanical, electrical, and software engineers. Current programmes of work include the design and development of bespoke long-reach tooling, robotic end effectors and automated robotic systems, where NNL is required to demonstrate these systems and progress through to onsite deployment, complying with all regulations, standards, and working within or developing the required nuclear safety case.
The individual is expected to have a strong mechanical design or electrical design background, and will be asked to lead complex design tasks, produce programmes of work for successful delivery of works, collaborate with team members and customer to ensure successful project delivery, produce design concepts and solutions, engage with customers/plant owners and bring solutions to engineering challenges when they arise.
Main Responsibilities for Senior Technology Manager:
Technically lead and direct research programmes in the specialist area of remote engineering and robotics.
Take the role of Technical Lead and Lead Engineer for a team of engineers, scientists and technicians to deliver work programmes to time, cost and quality.
Work with the end users, technology providers, SMEs and academics to technically scope new programs of work develop work packages to deliver end user requirements, which also satisfy regulatory requirements.
Provide support to customers, whilst interacting with regulatory bodies, such as the ONR and EA.
Lead the build, installation, commissioning and operational support of plant-based equipment.
Lead operation and trial of test rig equipment and processes to client specifications, collating trials results, analysing data and the generation of technical reports. Approve product safety related documentation, e.g. risk assessments, method statements, operation & maintenance manuals. Ensure compliance with all legislative, regulatory and company policy standards and procedures e.g. safety, quality, risk, security etc. Liaison with suppliers and manufacturers, initiation and progression of the procurement process including production of procurement specifications through to delivery and inspection.
Supervision of technician and craft personnel.
Ideal Candidate for Senior Technology Manager:
Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Knowledge and experience of applying the legislative and regulatory requirements relating to engineering product development projects and CE/UKCA marking.
Experience of delivering bespoke engineered and / or robotic solutions to plant/industry.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years' worth of UK residency).
Desirable Candidate for Senior Technology Manager:
Proven track record of integrating a range of technologies such as industrial robots, manipulator systems, end effectors and sensors.
Good presentation and interpersonal skills appropriate for effective performance during interactions at high level with customers and regulators.
Previous experience of working in a highly regulated environment such Nuclear or COMAH.
Familiar with Engineering design practices and procedures associated with nuclear engineering projects.
We put your wellbeing first, we push you to reach your potential, and we do everything possible to help you feel safe, supported and inspired.
Sector leading Family-Focused Policies: celebrate life events, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and a week off for your marriage.
NNL offers attractive pension plans. Annual Leave: Benefit from 25.5 days of leave, plus 4 extra days to be taken during Christmas shutdown, plus Bank Holidays.
Reduced gym membership with discounts of up to 25% from 3,700 gym and leisure providers across the UK
Company Bonus: Be rewarded for your contributions.
Learning Opportunities: Employee Assistance: Access support for personal and professional challenges.
Cycle to Work: Stay active and eco-friendly.
Life Assurance: Enhanced Sick Pay Benefits: Receive support during illness or injury.
Access to 'Mydiscounts' which has a range of special offers and discounts from more than 200 suppliers, including medical insurance and dental insurance.
Health Care: Health savings plan which allows you to claim money back on visits to the dentist, optician and/or physiotherapist (limits apply).
If you want to change the world, if you want to tackle climate change, if you want to help advance medical science, if you want to help put things in space, if you want to answer the big questions, if you want to work with extraordinary materials, if you want to meet great people, learn new skills, challenge yourself, work flexibly, and build a long successful career with the power to make a real impact... you can do it all here.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
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