Senior Systems Engineer

Empowering Innovation in Nuclear Energy: Join AECOM’s Vision for a Sustainable Future!"

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“Are you ready to join a team of talented engineers and shape the future of the Nuclear Industry?”

Joining our established and expanding Nuclear team as a Systems Engineer means engaging in a diverse and growing array of UK-based projects. This role offers the opportunity to participate in multi-disciplinary projects at various stages of their lifecycle, from client consultancy to delivering comprehensive engineering design solutions. Your responsibilities will include client interaction, preparing bids and proposals, and overseeing project delivery in line with AECOM's standards for quality, safety, and environmental care.

Our established multi-disciplinary nuclear SQEP team, based across the UK, has been delivering fit-for-purpose solutions across the full spectrum of the nuclear sector for over 50 years. We understand that the nuclear sector is unique, with the utmost need for safety and a critical requirement to manage a myriad of potential risks.

We recognise the importance of social value, the need for sustainable delivery, and the responsibility to leave a positive legacy with the communities we engage with. We offer technically excellent delivery and strategic services, working in close collaboration with our clients and partners to shape the future of energy and support the ongoing and planned decommissioning efforts, ensuring our UK nuclear sites are safe for the next generation.

As we continue the growth and expansion of our nuclear team in Warrington, there has never been a better time to join our nuclear team and work on some of the most exciting projects in the industry.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Working within the Systems Engineering function to provide support to the Senior Systems Engineer in Requirements Management, Configuration Management, Interface Management and V&V Management.
  
  
• Interface with client specialist teams, remotely and directly on-site.
  
  
• Authoring and reviewing technical documentation and processes.
  
  
• Apply systems engineering best practices and approaches to grow the systems engineering capability within the engineering team.
  
  
• Managing end-to-end lifecycle traceability & reporting to achieve certification and delivery.
  
  Come grow with us.
  
  Become part of our dynamic nuclear team, which boasts a team of leading and innovating industry experts. Collaborate with top-tier civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion. At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.
  
  And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
  
  Why Join Us:
  
  
• Be part of a dynamic team that tackles challenging and impactful nuclear projects.
  
  
• Work alongside industry-leading professionals and thought leaders.
  
  
• Engage in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  
  
• Opportunity to progress in this role in line with your professional development, the growth of the team and the success and growth of our Nuclear business.
  
  
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
  
  
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  
  Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?
  
  Here’s what we’re looking for:
  
  The successful Engineer will have/be:
  
  
• Experience and a full understanding of Systems Engineering, the V-model and associated processes/lifecycles.
  
  
• Qualified in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering, or a related field. A degree is preferred, but relevant professional certifications will also be considered.
  
  
• Chartered Engineer, or on the path to Chartered status with an appropriate institute.
  
  
• Currently SC cleared or able to meet SC requirements.
  
  
• Experience in highly regulated industries – Defence, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceutical, Nuclear.
  
  
• Experience in writing high quality technical documentation and formal review of technical documentation.
  
  
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering practices, methodologies, processes, techniques, and technology trends e.g. SEBoK, INCOSE practices, NASA System Engineering, PLM tools.
  
  At AECOM, we believe in creating a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions. If you share our vision and are ready to make a difference in the nuclear industry, we want to hear from you.
  
  Security Clearance
  
  Please note that our offer of employment is conditional upon your ability to meet UK security clearance requirements. This is necessary for you to work on the full range of projects requiring security clearance at AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited.
  
  Application Support
  
  We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us. At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.
  
  If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you