Amentum Newcastle, United Kingdom
We are not just solving problems; we are engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security and sustainability. If you are passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive.
About the Opportunity
Amentum is currently recruiting for a Senior Civil and Structural Engineer to join our Energy business, which is entering an exciting phase of opportunity. Your role will be to support and deliver civil and structural engineering solutions to time, cost and quality on projects of varying sizes. You will work alongside our Principal Engineers, Engineering Managers and Operations Managers to enable delivery of maximum value.
Role and Responsibilities
* Lead the development of civil and structural engineering designs and solutions across the full project lifecycle from bid generation, through concept and detailed design development to construction.
* Prepare technical documentation, specifications and design justifications for safety‑critical systems.
* Oversight, verification and preparation of safety case inputs, such as Safety Functional Requirements (SFRs), Structural Design Method Statements (SDMSs) and Design Substantiation Reports (DSR).
* Perform analysis and design tasks as required and demonstrate knowledge of the practical aspects of implementing engineering designs.
* Work with international Small and Advanced Modular Reactor developers to pass through the Office of Nuclear Regulation’s licensing process.
* Manage and check deliverables from junior engineers to ensure compliance and quality.
* Interface with clients, regulators and project stakeholders on technical matters and ensure designs meet nuclear safety, cybersecurity and quality standards.
* Support project planning, cost estimating and risk management activities and produce high‑quality technical reports.
Skills and Qualifications
* MEng, MSc, BEng or BSc or equivalent in civil engineering or another relevant discipline.
* Chartered or near‑Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional body.
* Awareness of civil nuclear plant systems, structures and components and associated design and assessment guidelines.
* Knowledge of civil engineering principals, design tools and relevant guidelines, standards and practices (in particular American standards ACI, ASCE and AISC).
* Ability to simplify complex problems and experience using finite element modelling software and associated post‑processing software.
* Good knowledge of health and safety legislation and good practice and understanding of the use of design tools within a BIM environment.
* UK Nuclear Licensing and Generic Design Assessment process experience is desirable.
* Experience in producing and checking high‑quality technical deliverables and good communication skills to articulate information to a broad range of stakeholders.
* Motivated team member with the ability to work to deadlines and communicate project progress and committed to continuous professional development.
Benefits and Culture
* Competitive package including free single medical cover, digital GP service, family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance programmes.
* Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
* Flexibility and hybrid working options with a focus on work‑life balance.
* Work‑life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us – we’re happy to discuss hybrid, part‑time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior Level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology – Defense and Space Manufacturing
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