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Senior Nuclear Engineer

3 months ago


Barrow, Cumbria, United Kingdom BAE Systems Full time

Job Title: Senior Nuclear Engineer

Location: Flexible working arrangements available.

Salary: Competitive

Key Responsibilities:

  • Performing radiological safety evaluations
  • Evaluating radiation damage risks to electronic systems
  • Designing and implementing radiation detection technologies
  • Completing the engineering design for secondary shielding systems
  • Conducting and interpreting point kernel and Monte Carlo simulations
  • Providing expert guidance on the implications of modifications and defects
  • Developing ALARP justifications to support engineering decisions

Required Skills and Experience:

Essential:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Nuclear Science, or a related discipline
  • Proven knowledge and experience in radiation physics, nuclear engineering, or nuclear safety
  • Experience with radiological safety evaluations and ALARP justifications
  • Familiarity with radiation transport methodologies (e.g., ATTILLA, MCBEND, MCNP)

Desirable:

  • Experience within the submarine sector
  • Change management expertise
  • Strong technical communication skills, both written and verbal

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a company-contributed share incentive plan. Additional perks include flexible working options, an employee assistance program, Cycle2work schemes, and various employee discounts.

The Radiation Physics & Shielding Team: Our team is dedicated to the design and validation of radiation shielding for the UK's nuclear-powered submarine fleet. We are involved in multiple submarine programs at various stages of the engineering lifecycle, focusing on designing new shields, assessing design changes, and conducting radiation metrology during commissioning. In addition to our primary responsibilities, we perform radiological safety studies in other areas, develop innovative radiation detectors, and enhance our capabilities in radiation damage assessment for electronics.

Why BAE Systems? At BAE Systems, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and merit, empowering you to reach your full potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities, including women, ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We strive to ensure our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may affect your eligibility based on nationality and other factors.