System Engineer

Job Summary by the Career Balance Team:

Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS), a subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, is seeking engineers to join their High Active Waste Systems team. The team is responsible for maintaining the plant systems of nuclear power stations and ensuring long-term safety, performance, and compliance. The role involves providing engineering services, conducting system walk downs, managing modifications, and ensuring the smooth operation of assigned systems. NRS is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcomes applications from individuals with engineering experience in mechanical, electrical, process, or E,C&I disciplines. The role offers flexible working hours and a range of benefits, including annual leave, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities.

Job Description:Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) is the new brand of Magnox Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA). NRS is responsible for decommissioning first generation nuclear power stations Berkeley, Bradwell, Chapelcross, Dungeness A, Hinkley Point A, Hunterston A, Oldbury, Sizewell A, Trawsfynydd and Wylfa, and research sites Harwell and Winfrith. NRS is also responsible for electricity generation at hydroelectric plant Maentwrog. As a division of NRS, Dounreay is responsible for the clean-up and demolition of the former centre of fast reactor research and development.
NRS is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission – to safely and successfully manage the UK’s civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements.
At NRS, we understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn’t be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation.
About the role
Hear from the Hiring Manager
“The High Active Waste Systems engineering team is made up of highly skilled professionals across a range of engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, E, C&I) with the responsibility of maintaining the sites Plant systems. They provide a focal point of engineering expertise and ownership for a portfolio of assigned plant systems and assets with high nuclear, radiological, environmental, and business significance.
You’ll deliver comprehensive engineering services to customers and stakeholders, maintaining long term safety, performance, reliability, material condition and compliance in this highly regulated sector. You’ll also provide the intelligence for complex engineering solutions to high profile projects by suppling a high level of technical knowledge and experience.
We welcome applications from Mechanical, Electrical, Process, or E,C&I Engineers.”
Please note the contractual hours for this role are Monday – Thursday, perfect for someone looking for a four day working week.
Key Deliverables
Provide the focal point and ownership for a portfolio of assigned systems and/or assets.
Maintain an engineering strategy for the assigned systems and/or assets to deliver long term health.
Make recommendations for system and/or asset investments.
Carry out and record routine system walk downs.
Record, trend and analyse system performance monitoring data as appropriate and take the necessary corrective actions.
Maintain a system file.
Specify the necessary periodic maintenance routines and spares holdings to meet regulatory, compliance and performance requirements and ensure satisfactory completion.
Maintain a good overall knowledge of the safety case as it applies to the assigned systems and know the functional requirements, key limits, and conditions for safe operation.
Produce and/or approve relevant documentation for assigned systems such as Technical Specifications, Work Instructions, Method Statements, Plant Item Operating Instructions, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments.
Produce and Manage modification proposals and act as the Nominated Responsible Engineer (NRE) for plant modifications.
Act as a consultant for projects undertaken on assigned system providing proactive technical support and ensuring smooth handovers to and from projects.
Deputise for Section Head when required.
As a customer-focused individual, the post holder will be expected to support delivery within his or her range of skills, knowledge, experience, and competence.
Comply with the site’s Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, procedures, work instructions and risk assessments and support the continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards.
Work flexibly within the team and support and mentor other System Engineers to optimise the safe delivery of all specified Lifetime Plan activities to the required quality, time, and cost parameters.
Carry out timely investigation of events and review on-site and off-site events via the Operational Experience Feedback process, ensuring that relevant learning points are applied to assigned systems.
Undertake delegated responsibility for the Design Authority and site intelligent customer when required.
Undertake emergency scheme duties when required.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential: –
Minimum HNC in engineering or equivalent level (NQF level 4) engineering qualification, engineering degree (NQF level 6 preferred).
Experience in a practising disciplined Engineering role (Mechanical, Electrical, C & I or Civil) on industrial plant.
Nuclear and/or conventional plant operation, engineering or maintenance experience.
Understanding of relevant Company and/or national engineering standards.
Desirable: –
Membership of a relevant Engineering Institute (Incorporated Status).
Chartered Status.
Working knowledge of the Safety Rules and of risk assessment methodology.
Working knowledge of relevant Site Licence and Quality Management System requirements.
Contract Management experience.
Benefits Package
Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) staff should refer to the document titled “Spot Point v Grade alignment” available on SharePoint for more information on how the grade structure aligns to Spot Points.
Flexible working – where possible.
The equivalent of 25 days (185 hours per year) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year). This increases by 2 days (14.8 hours per year) annual leave after two full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year) , and an additional 3 days (22.2 hours per year) annual leave after five full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year). You also have the option to buy or sell the equivalent of 5 days (37 hours) annual leave each year (available in specific windows for the following holiday year). For the purpose of assessing an employee’s annual leave entitlement, a day means seven and two fifths (7.4) hours. A pro rata entitlement will apply for part time workers.
Flexible benefits scheme – including cycle to work and reduced gym membership fees.
Participation in Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,500 per annum based on corporate objectives).
Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour telephone support & personal assistance service and access to an online wellbeing App.
Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.
Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.
We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS).
Additional Information
Please be aware this role holder requires security clearance, or the ability to obtain said clearance.
There is a requirement to live within a commutable distance to the sites where the role is based. For central/multi-site roles, we have various hubs across the UK and can be flexible with base location.
We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, included and able to perform at their best.
At Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS), we are committed to creating a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, we therefore particularly welcome applications from Women, Black, Asian and Ethnic Minorities, LGBT+ and candidates with a disability as they are all underrepresented in our workforce.
We are happy to talk flexible working where possible.Location: Bridgwater