Structural Analysis Engineer - Nuclear

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

ALTEN UK is supporting major programmes within the defence and infrastructure sectors and is looking for a Structural Analysis Engineer to join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on complex building and structural design projects.

This role will involve contributing to the detailed design and assessment of safety-critical structures, supporting highly regulated engineering environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the detailed structural design of buildings within a multidisciplinary engineering team
• Prepare engineering calculation notes and technical substantiation documents
• Analyse and review technical documentation, drawings and engineering specifications
• Develop and assess finite element models using ANSYS APDL
• Perform soil–structure interaction assessments and seismic calculations
• Carry out reinforced concrete checks in accordance with relevant standards and codes
• Support structural integrity and safety assessments for complex infrastructure projects
• Collaborate with civil, structural and geotechnical engineering teams

Required Skills:

• Experience within structural, civil or mechanical analysis engineering
• Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA/FEM)
• Experience using ANSYS APDL or similar analysis tools
• Understanding of reinforced concrete structures
• Knowledge of seismic analysis and/or soil–structure interaction
• Ability to produce engineering calculations and technical reports
• Experience working within highly regulated industries such as defence, nuclear, aerospace or infrastructure is advantageous

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards
• Experience within safety-critical engineering environments
• Understanding of structural dynamics
• Exposure to coding/scripting for engineering analysis (Python, MATLAB or APDL scripting beneficial)
• Previous experience supporting defence or nuclear programmes

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.