Title:
Nuclear Systems Engineer
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
Location: Burton,Manchesteror Glasgow
Working Pattern: We operate a flexible hybrid working pattern at Frazer-Nash, with time split between the office, University, client sites and working from home.
Closing date: 9th June 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’smore, youwon’tberestricted to only working in the nuclear sector, with our skills regularly deployed into naval infrastructure, submarines, “space fuel”,and next generation militaryaircraft, 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 complexproblems;
Developing models to deliver systems engineeringoutputs;
Developing and managing the implementation of systems engineeringlifecycles;
Generating,managingand implementing robust systems engineering process (Requirements, Verification & Validation);
Supporting engagements with clients,facilitatingworkshops 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,secureand 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 relateddiscipline;
Relevant experience applying Systems Engineering in a nuclear relatedrole;
Understanding of engineering processes and lifecycles (Agile, V – lifecycle, Requirements)
Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE);
Complex problem-solvingskills;
DesirableRequirements
Experience with Systems Engineering toolsets (IBM DOORS, DOORS Next, Cameo, Rhapsody, etc.);
Experience with Agile Systems EngineeringApproaches;
CEng/IEng accreditation or actively working toward it through mentored professionaldevelopment;
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 inattainingprofessional 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 willbe requiredto undergo pre-employment screening and must be able to satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.
With offices in the UK and Australia, Frazer-Nash is a leading systems, engineering and technology company. Our work makes a difference to things that matter in the world.
Our c.1500 employees work from a network of fourteen UK and four Australian locations. They apply their expertise to develop, enhance and protect our clients' critical assets, systems and processes.
We contribute to national security in a huge number of ways, helping to ensure that power is generated and distributed to everyone who needs it. We support moving people and goods around and between the big cities of an increasingly urbanised society. We work to make the world a more sustainable place. We ensure governments save time and money when public spending globally is under huge pressure. And we help our clients wrestle with the challenges and opportunities of an ever-accelerating digital revolution.
A career with Frazer-Nash - we have opportunities in Australia and throughout the UK.
We recruit from a diverse range of backgrounds. ‘Innovators’, ‘problem solvers’, ‘thinkers’ and ‘doers’ are just some of the words that are used to describe our employees. So, whether you’re a graduate, an experienced professional or wish to be included on our Associates Register, there may be a place for you at Frazer-Nash. We also welcome applications from ex-military specialists, as we know military skills, experience, and knowledge can translate seamlessly into our commercial environment.
Our Australian business is going from strength to strength - so we're particularly keen to hear from you if you're looking for your next move in Adelaide, Melbourne or Canberra. You can find out more by visiting our Australian careers site, fncaustralia.com.au. And if you're in the UK, you can explore our current opportunities on our website at the link below.
Registered address: Springfield Drive, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7NL
