Nuclear Safety Engineer

Overview

Engineer delivering nuclear safety and assurance across defence, energy, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• safety case
• machine learning
• digital systems
• power modelling
• rail safety
• regulatory framework

Tasks

-Supporting the safety case development of Australia’s first Commonwealth radioactive waste disposal facility. -Unlocking existing transport regulatory frameworks to enable autonomous operations. -Developing an understanding of how machine learning can support safety engineering. -Supporting the assurance of Australia’s commercial space related activities. -Digitising system engineering support for increased productivity. -Supporting naval surface ship and submarine programs in Adelaide and Perth -Improving the efficiency of power generation and transmission through innovative modelling -Delivering the safety and assurance programs for major rail infrastructure projects in Sydney, Perth and Melbourne.

Requirements

• defence maritime
• safety assurance
• engineering degree
• systems engineering
• chartered engineer
• security clearance

What You Bring

With the announcement of the new AUKUS pact there has never been a better time for engineering professionals, especially those with nuclear safety expertise, to be in Australia. Australia needs to build a significant sovereign workforce in order to deliver this major uplift in Defence capability. This is supercharging an already exciting environment for fast career progression. -Previous Defence maritime experience (Highly regarded) -Safety and assurance knowledge and experience (Highly regarded) -Bachelor of Engineering/Science Degree (or equivalent depth of training). -Systems engineering knowledge and experience (desirable) -Chartered Engineer Status (desirable) -Have (or be eligible for) UK or Australian security clearance (essential) -Excellent client management/stakeholder engagement skills (or the aptitude to learn)

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Benefits

We offer diverse and structured career paths for some of the world’s best talent so they can help us forge a secure, mobile, and sustainable world. As part of our team, you will benefit from the breadth and diversity of what we are doing today and become part of the fabric that shapes where we are headed next. Our approach to investing in our people will offer you structured mentorship tailored to your professional development needs. You will learn and grow with people dedicated to helping you succeed, and we are committed to supporting your work-life balance and flexible working. At Frazer-Nash we can offer professional engineers of any technical discipline a dynamic work environment, where you bring your own expertise to our group but with an enthusiasm for working across sectors and broadening your experience base. Career satisfaction and reward for ongoing commitment are what you can expect working at Frazer-Nash. We want to help you grow your career by providing you with the best opportunities for training and development. Please note, visa application and financial relocation assistance will be provided to the successful candidates if required. Australia is investing an historic amount of money into Defence spending over this decade, including an estimated $268-$368 billion on acquiring nuclear powered submarines under the AUKUS partnership. This is indicative not only of a changing global strategic landscape but a country with a sense of purpose and identity. This level of investment offers huge opportunity for you to bring your expertise to the fore and add a significant new dimension to your career, whilst enjoying all that Australia has to offer. You will have the opportunity to work and deliver across a range of varied projects, regularly applying your experience and knowledge to new environments. -A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work -Competitive salary (including annual reviews) -Employee stock purchase plans -Career development: Online learning, professional development and career pathways -Paid parental leave -Corporate rewards -Income protection -Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance -Salary packaging/Novated leasing -Flexible working

About Frazer-Nash Consultancy

-The company supports clients across multiple sectors with cutting-edge, technology-driven solutions. -Known for tackling complex projects, Frazer-Nash’s expertise spans from energy to infrastructure. -With decades of experience, they have led high-profile projects, often delivering critical solutions in challenging environments. -Their consultants are at the forefront of innovation, focusing on both technical excellence and impactful outcomes. -Their approach is hands-on, ensuring clients receive tailored, actionable insights that drive efficiency and sustainability. -Specialists in nuclear energy, transport systems, and utilities, they help shape industries of the future. -Frazer-Nash Consultancy is a trusted partner to organizations seeking engineering expertise and pioneering solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-visa application assistance and financial relocation support provided

Security Clearance

-eligibility for uk or australian security clearance required