Nuclear Systems Engineer

Location

Burton, Manchester or Glasgow

Title

Nuclear Systems Engineer

Salary

£40,000 - £50,000

Working Pattern

Weoperatea flexible hybrid working pattern at Frazer-Nash, with time split between the office, University, client sites and working from home.

Closing Date

12th May 2026 (early applications encouraged)

Do you enjoy solving complex engineering and organisational problems? Do you want exciting and varied work? Do you want to develop your career by applying systems thinking and systems modelling approaches to support our clients?

We are looking for skilled systems thinkers, with an extensive background in nuclear to join our Systems Engineering teams at Frazer‑Nash. Right now, we are applying our skills to some of the country’s most complex and challenging nuclear projects, ranging from small‑modular reactors, to fusion, to decommissioning and regulatory support. What’s more, you won’t be restricted to only working in the nuclear sector, with our skills regularly deployed into naval infrastructure, submarines, “space fuel”, and next generation military aircraft, amongst many others.

This role will see you undertaking and managing a range of projects, working with other consultants, and contributing to the delivery of contracts to our customers across a range of sectors but with a focus on projects within the nuclear domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Applying systems thinking to solve complex problems;
• Developing models to deliver systems engineering outputs;
• Developing and managing the implementation of systems engineering lifecycles;
• Generating, managing and implementing robust systems engineering process (Requirements, Verification & Validation);
• Supporting engagements with clients, facilitating workshops and leading projects.

About Us

Frazer‑Nash is a values‑driven and forward‑thinking systems engineering and technology consultancy. We help organisations deliver innovative engineering and technology solutions to make lives safe, secure and sustainable.

We are a growing business, and we continue to develop our systems engineering capabilities, expanding into new and exciting markets. You will be joining Frazer‑Nash at an exciting time, as we transform to enhance our offerings.

Essential Requirements

• A Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related discipline;
• Relevant experience applying Systems Engineering in a nuclear related role;
• Understanding of engineering processes and lifecycles (Agile, V – lifecycle, Requirements);
• Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE);
• Complex problem‑solving skills;

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with Systems Engineering toolsets (IBM DOORS, DOORS Next, Cameo, Rhapsody, etc.);
• Experience with Agile Systems Engineering Approaches;
• CEng/IEng accreditation or actively working toward it through mentored professional development;
• Experience working as a consultant and managing projects.

Benefits

We provide our people with a comprehensive benefit and offering package that comprises

• Competitive salary with yearly reviews;
• 25 days holiday + the opportunity to buy 5 days;
• A company that has its heart in the right place and a welcoming work culture;
• Happy to talk flexible working;
• Enhanced parental benefits;
• Company pension scheme;
• Targeted professional development;
• Life assurance;
• Private healthcare membership;
• Bonus scheme linked into company performance;
• Paid membership fees to a professional institution;
• Support in attaining professional membership;
• Cycle to work scheme;
• Season rail ticket loan;
• And further optional benefits you can tailor to your personal requirements;

Due to the nature of the work that Frazer‑Nash Consultancy undertake, candidates will be required to undergo pre‑employment screening and must be able to satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.

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