Senior / Principal Nuclear Safety Engineer at Atkinsréalis in Manchester, England, United Kingdom | From GBP50,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

On a typical day working in this role, you might be leading a team to produce a hazards assessment or authoring a complex safety case, justifying, and supporting the critical decision-making in the design, operation, and/or decommissioning of nuclear facilities. On another day you may be working to influence the client's strategic direction to support obtaining a nuclear site licence for their innovative design, networking to develop the business pipeline within your capability or doing a technical presentation to the regulator.
You will have the opportunity to contribute to and learn from the wider technical community within AtkinsRéalis, taking advantage of the global expertise, we have to foster collaboration within multidisciplinary engineering teams. You will also play a vital role in developing and mentoring junior engineers to further support our growth and improve our capability for project delivery to clients whilst strengthening your leadership skills.

Requirements

Benefits

Competitive salary: £50,000+ per annum plus additional pay in line with our performance philosophy and recognition culture.
This role will also provide you with the opportunity to work with diverse clients from defence, nuclear generation and nuclear new build including innovative players from the fusion and SMR markets. You will be keen to lead technical delivery of projects, address technically complex problems and present the solutions to different stakeholders. You will have the drive to deliver excellent technical work, paying attention to detail without missing out on the bigger picture.
AtkinsRéalis is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements (such as flexible hours, reduced working days, remote working etc.) and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. We understand the need for a diverse and flexible workforce, where there is no fixed 9 'till 5, no need for a 5-day week, no requirement for a full-time contract, and no requirement to spend all your working time in the office. Making sure you're supported is important to us so if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview and let's talk about any adjustments you might need.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

security clearance may be required, with vetting by uksv and proof of 5-year uk residency.

Company

Overview

C$12.5B

Backlog

Record backlog amid surging demand.

113 km

Bike/Ped Facilities

It has designed an extensive network of cycling and pedestrian infrastructure.

Its tech‑forward Richland Technology Center supports robotics, digital and net‑zero innovation in energy and cleanup.
A nuclear engineering pioneer, it’s the owner’s engineer for U.S. small modular reactor projects and refurbishments.
A trusted tolls and highway consultant, it supports major state DOTs.

Culture + Values

Engineering a better future for our planet and its people.
Safety: We put safety at the heart of everything we do, to safeguard people, assets and the environment.
Integrity: We do the right thing, no matter what, and are accountable for our actions.
Innovation: We redefine engineering by thinking boldly, proudly and differently.
Collaboration: We work together and embrace each other’s unique contribution to deliver amazing results for all.
Excellence: We are proud to do our best, achieve high standards, creating environments where all can thrive.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2030

Emissions Goal

Achieved a net-zero target for operational emissions by 2030, marking a significant milestone in sustainability efforts.

87% reduction

Emissions Drop

Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by ~87% compared to a 2019 baseline through strategic measures like divestment and fleet electrification.

62 score

Carbon Performance

Achieved a DitchCarbon score of 62, significantly higher than the industry average of 20, ranking in the top 1% globally.

Over 50%

Sustainable Revenue

More than half of 2022 revenue came from sustainable projects, including clean energy, water sanitation, and mass transit initiatives.

Achieved PAS 2080:2023 certification for whole‑life carbon management in infrastructure.
2022 emissions breakdown: Scope 1 (6,845 tCO₂e), Scope 2 (4,251 tCO₂e), Scope 3 (33,381 tCO₂e); Scope 1‒2 intensity at 0.3 tCO₂e/FTE.

Inclusion & Diversity

No Data Available

Gender Ratio Disclosed?

The company does not publicly share specific numerical data regarding gender ratios or other diversity metrics.

Corporate statement describes an 'inclusive, diverse and energized approach' and 'open culture' founded on core values.
Asia region emphasises sense of belonging, mutual respect, personal touch, interest groups and support for work–life balance.
Culture of learning highlighted through technical Lunch & Learn, case‑study sharing and virtual webinars with global mobility experiences.

Articles

Graduates FAQ – careers

AtkinsRéalis sponsorship – IBTTA

Reddit – interning at AtkinsRealis tips

Role

Description

On a typical day working in this role, you might be leading a team to produce a hazards assessment or authoring a complex safety case, justifying, and supporting the critical decision-making in the design, operation, and/or decommissioning of nuclear facilities. On another day you may be working to influence the client's strategic direction to support obtaining a nuclear site licence for their innovative design, networking to develop the business pipeline within your capability or doing a technical presentation to the regulator.
You will have the opportunity to contribute to and learn from the wider technical community within AtkinsRéalis, taking advantage of the global expertise, we have to foster collaboration within multidisciplinary engineering teams. You will also play a vital role in developing and mentoring junior engineers to further support our growth and improve our capability for project delivery to clients whilst strengthening your leadership skills.

Requirements

Benefits

Competitive salary: £50,000+ per annum plus additional pay in line with our performance philosophy and recognition culture.
This role will also provide you with the opportunity to work with diverse clients from defence, nuclear generation and nuclear new build including innovative players from the fusion and SMR markets. You will be keen to lead technical delivery of projects, address technically complex problems and present the solutions to different stakeholders. You will have the drive to deliver excellent technical work, paying attention to detail without missing out on the bigger picture.
AtkinsRéalis is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements (such as flexible hours, reduced working days, remote working etc.) and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. We understand the need for a diverse and flexible workforce, where there is no fixed 9 'till 5, no need for a 5-day week, no requirement for a full-time contract, and no requirement to spend all your working time in the office. Making sure you're supported is important to us so if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview and let's talk about any adjustments you might need.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

security clearance may be required, with vetting by uksv and proof of 5-year uk residency.

Company

Overview

C$12.5B

Backlog

Record backlog amid surging demand.

113 km

Bike/Ped Facilities

It has designed an extensive network of cycling and pedestrian infrastructure.

Its tech‑forward Richland Technology Center supports robotics, digital and net‑zero innovation in energy and cleanup.
A nuclear engineering pioneer, it’s the owner’s engineer for U.S. small modular reactor projects and refurbishments.
A trusted tolls and highway consultant, it supports major state DOTs.

Culture + Values

Engineering a better future for our planet and its people.
Safety: We put safety at the heart of everything we do, to safeguard people, assets and the environment.
Integrity: We do the right thing, no matter what, and are accountable for our actions.
Innovation: We redefine engineering by thinking boldly, proudly and differently.
Collaboration: We work together and embrace each other’s unique contribution to deliver amazing results for all.
Excellence: We are proud to do our best, achieve high standards, creating environments where all can thrive.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2030

Emissions Goal

Achieved a net-zero target for operational emissions by 2030, marking a significant milestone in sustainability efforts.

87% reduction

Emissions Drop

Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by ~87% compared to a 2019 baseline through strategic measures like divestment and fleet electrification.

62 score

Carbon Performance

Achieved a DitchCarbon score of 62, significantly higher than the industry average of 20, ranking in the top 1% globally.

Over 50%

Sustainable Revenue

More than half of 2022 revenue came from sustainable projects, including clean energy, water sanitation, and mass transit initiatives.

Achieved PAS 2080:2023 certification for whole‑life carbon management in infrastructure.
2022 emissions breakdown: Scope 1 (6,845 tCO₂e), Scope 2 (4,251 tCO₂e), Scope 3 (33,381 tCO₂e); Scope 1‒2 intensity at 0.3 tCO₂e/FTE.

Inclusion & Diversity

No Data Available

Gender Ratio Disclosed?

The company does not publicly share specific numerical data regarding gender ratios or other diversity metrics.

Corporate statement describes an 'inclusive, diverse and energized approach' and 'open culture' founded on core values.
Asia region emphasises sense of belonging, mutual respect, personal touch, interest groups and support for work–life balance.
Culture of learning highlighted through technical Lunch & Learn, case‑study sharing and virtual webinars with global mobility experiences.

Articles

Graduates FAQ – careers

AtkinsRéalis sponsorship – IBTTA

Reddit – interning at AtkinsRealis tips